This marker is located at the intersection of Carnton lane and Lewisburg Pike, pointing out a…read morerelatively contemporary recreational spot that sadly no longer exists. It's a hot day today and a plunge in a pool sure would be nice! The marker reads, "Opened in 1924, this was the largest outdoor concrete swimming pool in the South. Willow Plunge was owned, and for many years operated, by the Claiborne Kinnard family. Water was piped 1,023 feet from a spring to the willow-shaded double pool which measured 75 x 150 feet and had a capacity of 750,000 gallons. The water was treated by the latest scientific methods of purification and was pure enough to be used for drinking. In 1932 Willow Plunge was named one of the six best equipped pools in the United States. Additional features included a tennis court, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf course, football field, aviation field and lake. Willow Plunge closed in 1967." The marker was erected in 2001 by the Franklin Rotary Club at Breakfast and the Williamson County Historical Society. [Review 20063 overall - 419 in Tennessee - 1039 of 2023.]

Knowing this was a massive turning point in the Civil War where Union forces decisively defeated…read moreand nearly destroyed the Confederate Army of Tennessee adds a lot of weight to being there. What really stood out is how the history is layered into the modern city. You're standing in places that were once major battle lines, and it's wild to think about the scale of what happened here over just two days in December 1864. There's a quiet, reflective feel to it if you take the time to understand the story behind it. It's not a single, contained attraction like a typical tourist stop, so you do have to piece together different locations and markers to fully appreciate it. But honestly, that's part of what makes it so interesting it feels more real and less staged. Easy 5 stars. If you have even a little interest in history, this is one of those places that gives you a deeper appreciation for how significant events shaped the country.

The Battle of Nashville Monument is also referred to as the "Peace Monument" in this park. It is…read morewhite granite and bronze, and unlike some others, this one honors the sacrifices of both Confederate and Union soldiers who fought in the Battle of Nashville that took place December 15 and 16,1864. It is also dedicated to those who lost their lives in World War I. The two-day battle represented the end of large-scale fighting west of the coastal states. Lieutenant General John Bell Hood's army was largely destroyed as an effective fighting force when Major General George H. Thomas fought them in one of the biggest wins the Union Army had throughout the war. Some 6000 Confederates were killed or wounded or captured compared to 3000 Union soldiers. As with many such monuments, the symbolism abounds. The young man standing between the two steeds represents the Americans who fought in the war. The word "Unity" is inscribed on the banner that joins the horses which represent the North and the South. Atop the tall granite obelisk is an angel who overlooks the battlefield. There is a small dedicated parking area. [Review 18789 overall - 325 in Tennessee - 2312 of 2022.]

This marker is located in the Franklin Public Square, opposite the Williamson County Courthouse and…read morethe Franklin City Hall. It points out the history of the architecture here and is an interesting read. The marker reads, "The town of Franklin was developed in 1799 by Abram Maury, who acquired the land from Major Anthony Sharpe. The original town, consisting of 109 acres, was composed of sixteen blocks divided into 188 lots centered on a 2-acre public square. The public square was donated to the county, upon which the first two courthouses were built. The historic district, placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, is outlined by Margin streets on the north and south and include First, Second, Third, Fourth, and Fifth avenues running north and south, and Church, Main, and Bridge streets running east and west. Over 300 commercial and residential buildings lie within the district. Franklin received its town charter in 1815." The reverse of the marker has an image of Abram Maury's original plat of Franklin. The marker was erected in 2015 by the Williamson County Historical Society "In memory of Janice Hughes Swartz, 'The Cellar on Main Street'" and was Donated by Avalyn Berry Swain. [Review 20068 overall - 424 in Tennessee - 1044 of 2023.]

My stepfather was here visiting & we wanted to take him to places we thought he'd enjoy & be able…read moreto get around well (he's 91). Since Sam Davis home & grounds aren't too far from us (and we'd never been there) we thought this would be a fun thing to do. We got there & were told that the guide was out with a group & it would be approx. a 45 minute wait. We bought our tickets & looked through the museum & gift shop. There was a video that gave all the backstory & it was quite interesting. Our guide was Rodger and he was wonderful!! We toured the home & he had interesting stories & really knows the area well! The stairs in the house are steep (just for those that might have a problem with them). You can tell where the old cabin became part of the bigger house. Loved that there were so many original pieces in the home. Recommend checking this out!

Really pleasant experience. Rodger was an incredible guide and clearly cares a lot about accurate…read morehistoric interpretation. We will definitely be back!

Confederate women is a downtown nashville sculpture located on the top street side of the city's…read morewar memorial plaza. Very detailed and beautifully sculpted statue in an area that features several awesome pieces of public art repression different wars and history including a Vietnam statue just below this one. Overall very cool and fun area to explore for all history buffs and public art fans. Worth checking out if you are ever in the downtown nashville area exploring.

This is a very detailed and beautiful statue in the downtown Nashville area. It is fairly large and…read moreeasy to fine. It is over by the courthouse for everyone to see.

If you love history it should be on your list. A casual walk through the area to appreciate…read morehistory. While there were a lot of homeless in the area you are still able to enjoy the history.

While I'm about as Yankee as they come, I do understand that there's a certain appeal about the…read moreSouth and the Confederacy that's more than just what many people think. And so I believe that there is nothing wrong with honoring people who fought and died valiantly and with honor. That's what this monument is about. Located in the middle of a two-lane traffic circle on Main Street in Franklin, this Confederate soldier, like many of these monuments, faces south with his back to the Union. He is "protected" by four cannon facing in each direction. And the caption reads that he was erected by the Daughters of the Confederacy in 1899. It is a nice monument and a fitting tribute.

Public art monument for woman's suffrage located on the grounds of Centennial Park and the…read moreParthenon in Nashville, Tennessee. In the summer of 2022 me and my buddy Jeremy visited downtown Nashville for and event. While in the downtown and surrounding areas we explored the numerous offerings that Nashville has to offer. Centennial Park had numerous great works inlcluding this piece While this park features and boasts many statues and public art works this piece is the crown jewel. By far the most detailed and well done piece that attracts the photo ops and pictures of tourists. Overall a great piece and awesome public art statue that honors some important American history.

As I was trying to find the main entrance to the Parthenon, I deviated a bit by checking out the…read morevarious statues and monuments in Centennial Park. One of them was the women's suffrage monument. The monument was unveiled on August 26th, 2016, on Women's Equality Day. It was commissioned by Tennessee Woman Suffrage Monument Inc. The monument features five key suffragists in Nashville who contributed to the battle of ratifying the 19th amendment: - Anne Dallas Dudley - founded the Nashville Equal Suffrage League - Abby Crawford Milton - last president of the Tennessee Equal Suffrage Association - Frankie Pierce - founder of the City Federation of Colored Women's Clubs in Nashville - Sue Shelton White - feminist leader and one of the national suffrage movement leaders - Carrie Chapman Catt - national suffrage leader who traveled to Nashville to guide the suffragists during the last crucial battle The monument was created by Nashville-based sculptor Alan LeQuire. He also designed the Suffrage Bas Relief sculpture hanging in the State Capitol between the House and Senate chambers. I like how he captured the suffragists marching. They looked like they were in motion. It was a lovely tribute to them and their contributions. Every year on Women's Equality Day, an event commemorating this day is held at the Tennessee Woman Suffrage Monument. It's the perfect place to gather here each year. I appreciated a brief biography of each suffragist. I learned so much about them and this monument. If you happen to be in Centennial Park, check out this monument. I'm glad that I did. (278)

I frequently drive by the entrance to this mansion, but had never visited. So on another…read moreunseasonably warm February Sunday, my four-legged pal and I ventured to check it out. The drive up to the house is narrow...and I actually love that. Despite the modern day pave, it's so reminiscent of the era. The signage is a bit lacking (looks like they're in the process of replacing it), but I quickly figured to continue around to the back side of the house and park in one of the painted spaces there. We started out by walking around the house itself. It's a beautiful place. I especially loved the glass bottles I could see sitting on some on the window sills. I wonder if they're original to the house? The steps leading to the front porch were cabled off, so we weren't permitted to get a closer look. The State of Tennessee owns this property now, and it's presently being used as offices for the Historical Commission. They do not provide tours, but they have installed placards throughout the property grounds as a means of a self-guided tour. Aside from these grounds previously serving as a private plantation to at least three different families, it has also served as a residence to staff of the Tennessee School for the Blind. (The school is still located next door to this property.) The entire property is fenced with a drive in the front (from Lebanon Pike), and a gravel road in the back leading to a service road of sorts. It's adjacent to the Stones River Greenway. On the land in front of the house, aside from the drive itself, there is another paved path for non-motorized traffic. Great for walking. The land in the back is comprised of mostly open fields, with several more historical buildings throughout. There are several barns, two cabins that were once slave quarters, and a chicken coop. Two of the barns that are just marked as State property with no trespassing signs...both of which have seen better days! I obeyed the signage and did not go inside these structures, but they sure do look to be possessing a whole bunch of...junk. One is even housing an old claw foot bathtub! There's also a "newer" house off in the back that I believe was built after the State had purchased it. The graves of the first family that owned this plantation can be found nearby, but are not located within the fenced property of the house. They're directly behind the YMCA. Definitely worth a Sunday stroll for another piece of Nashville history. Just note: While I found dumpster there I could throw doggie waste into, I did not see any restrooms open to the public. P.S. I drafted this review prior to the tornadoes that hit Nashville last week, which greatly impacted this area. However, in the days since, I have confirmed the main house is still standing. I am uncertain at this time if the property sustained any damage, or how extensive it may be.