If you want to renew your tags, TN is waiving Class A & B state registration fees for those whose…read moretags are expiring between now and June 30th 2023. A renewal isn't free since only the state portion is waived, but that'll make your car tag only about $61 with the 2% credit card fee. When I asked why, the clerk didn't know but I had no complaints.... Any discount is GREAT! I learned that you can only renew tags for others ONLY if the tag has expired within 90 days. Any older expirations will need the registered owner to come in person and renew their own tags. So I was unable to give a gift of tag renewal which would have been a "novel" and unorthodox Christmas present. Another fun fact I learned was that TN Residents can go to any Driver License station in ANY COUNTY! I suppose getting rid of emissions testing was the best thing for efficiency They close at 4:30pm so I recommend coming in by 4pm in case there's a line. Since there were only about 2 other customers already being served, the security officer took me straight to a customer service representative at an available window. Everyone there was very pleasant and I was in and out so quickly.

I have worked with Ronnie Perkins at the Davidson County Clerk for over 10 years for business…read morelicense services. He is EXTREMELY responsive and one of the most knowledgeable people at Metro. Can't recommend Ronnie and the entire Business License Department enough!

Very efficient, very polite, very helpful, and very, very easy! Two of us were in and out in less…read morethan 45 minutes, and that's including waiting outside for just 20 minutes before the doors opened on New Year's Eve! Very simple, very courteous, very professional! Thanks HART LANE DMV! Happy New Year!

I wait in line before they open. A lady asks if anyone is needed a duplicate license or renewing. I…read moreneed a duplicate. She then tells me to go stand in front of an employee she points to. Who then proceeds to ignore tf out of me & when I inquire, I'm told to get back in line.

The Nashville Public Library is a great example of why I love public libraries: it's not just…read morebooks, it's a resource for the community. This library, located in downtown Nashville, has lots of resources for people, including my favorite: a "Library of Things" where people can check out useful objects, such as musical instruments, tools, baking pans, weights, pedometers, sewing machines, binoculars, etc. In the teen area, there is a huge maker space with instruments, a loom for weaving, fabric and yarn for creating things, a podcast room, tools and all kinds of things that teens can use to be creative. The children's area of the library has a big play structure that looks like a ship, as well as a rock climbing wall (I know!), sensory toys, and little nooks with areas set up for play. There's a whole section on the third floor with charging stations and places for adults to hang out. My magazine-loving self loved that they had an archive of old magazines bound into books. I found decades-old copies of Seventeen and Vogue. The whole library itself is beautiful, with marble floors and lots of windows. It was super quiet when I visited. What a beautiful and useful space for the community.

I recently visited the Downtown Nashville Public Library to explore the Civil Rights Room and Votes…read morefor Women exhibit on the second floor in Special Collections. The building impressed me with its beautiful architecture--spacious with perfect lighting throughout. The helpful front desk librarian directed me to Special Collections, accessible via elevator or the stunning winding staircase leading to the circular second-floor rotunda. The Civil Rights Room (established 2002, renovated summer 2024) houses thousands of books documenting the movement--from biographies of leaders to Nashville's specific contributions. The collection spans academic works, personal accounts, photographic histories, and legal analyses. The room's centerpiece is a circular table with the actual rules students followed during lunch counter sit-ins etched into its surface. A separate small viewing room offers videos about the movement, and the librarian on duty provided me resources to take home. The Votes for Women Room (established spring 2020, modeled after the Civil Rights Room) commemorates the 19th Amendment's centennial. This visually striking space with bold colors showcases women from diverse backgrounds who fought for suffrage from the 1800s onward. The room was funded by numerous benefactors committed to preserving this important history. Interactive displays, videos, and a comprehensive timeline eloquently present women's long struggle for equality. Notable figures include the determined Ida B. Wells alongside contemporary voices like Tarana Burke, known for establishing the "Me Too Movement." This room clearly connects past struggles to present day challenges. Pro Tips: * Parking: Use the garage (3rd and 4th floor). First 60 minutes free on weekdays, 90 minutes on weekends. Bring your parking ticket to the front desk for validation. * Taking Uber/Lyft is a convenient alternative to downtown parking. * Check the website for hours, parking details, and upcoming special exhibits. * The children's section is outstanding and interactive--perfect for families! * On-site restaurant plus numerous nearby restaurants and coffee shops. * Hotels: Many are available downtown for tourists. * Other nearby attractions: TN State Capitol, Tennessee State Museum, Farmers' Market, Bicentennial Mall, Nashville Symphony, Ryman Auditorium, National Museum of African American Music, Country Music Hall of Fame. As Coretta Scott King said, "Struggle is a never-ending process. Freedom is never really won; you earn it and win it in every generation." These exhibits aren't just history--they're powerful reminders of ongoing struggles. We should not take anything for granted! While Nashville is famous for music, don't miss this special place that connects us to important American History. It will be an experience for you and your family to appreciate the struggles of the past and connect with an important part of American History.

4.5 Stars On our…read morelast day in Nashville, my brother and I spent time on the grounds of the Tennessee State Capitol. It was incorporated in a walk that took us from the Downtown Embassy Suites across from Music City Center to Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. It was my second time seeing the Tennessee State Capitol Building on my vacation. The first was from the Gray Line Tour. The Tennessee State Capitol Building with the Capitol District added a different dimension to the Nashville vacation. Once we got to Union Street, even though we were less than a mile from Broadway, Music City USA seemed miles away. It felt like we were now in a city celebrating the state of Tennessee. We entered from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard and 6th Avenue. The first thing I noticed is how high up it is. We climbed steps to enter the grounds. The Tennessee State Capitol Building is at the highest elevation in Downtown Nashville. It is remarkably noticeable from the Northside view along US 31/41, where it looks like it is on top of a small green mountain where a trail of steps carry people up. Not to be political (pardon the pun) the best spots to see The Tennessee State Capitol Building up close was from the east side. The second best spot to see it is from the north side either from US 31/41 or Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park where you get the awesome hill view. The Supreme Court Building blocks the west side. And during our visit, the reconstruction at Legislative Plaza prevented us from taking prime views at the south side. With that said we spent quality time on the east side. Being up on the higher elevation with mature trees, the weather felt better. When we ascended the southeast corner steps I took in the Alvin York statue. When we got to the top of the hill I took in the statue of President Andrew Jackson on his horse Cincinnati with the State Capitol behind it. Walking along the shaded walking paths, I took in the Tennessee Capitol Bell which is a replica of the Liberty Bell. Rising above Downtown Tennessee, my eyes took in a distant east view and past the Capitol an impressive view of Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park where we were headed next. I stopped to take in the pond. In the shadow of the State Capitol, my brother and I spent time on a bench overlooking the Tomb of President James Knox Polk and his wife Sarah. The majority of my attention was on the State Capitol Building. Designed by William Strickland, it was completed in 1859 when Tennessee decided that Nashville was going to be the state capitol. The architecture is Greek Revival. William Strickland based it on a Greek Iconic Temple. It stands 206.6 feet tall. It is one of twelve state capitols without a dome. While I was looking at it and taking pictures I was aware that the Tennessee State Senate and Governor could be behind the wall. I was certain that it was the second state capitol building that I spent time outside of (I also reviewed the Colorado State Capitol). Deciding to walk to the Tennessee State Capitol Building and ultimately Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park was a very good move. They added another dimension to the Nashville, Tennessee vacation where we got to celebrate the State of Tennessee. Being that this review focuses on the Tennessee State Capitol Building, I feel that my experience on its grounds admiring the beautiful Greek Revival architecture with the statues, mature trees, views, and burial spot of President James Knox Polk and his wife Sarah minus an inside tour makes it worthy of 4.5 stars

PROS: this place is free and has friendly staff. It's clean, nice landscape on the outside, and…read morehistoric. CONS: doesn't show tour hours on website when they're 9-5 M-F and it's not as big as other capitols ive been in. Like Texas and Colorado OVERALL: I recommend seeing this capitol regardless of whether you're political or not. Just don't expect this one to be as lucrative as others

Customer service from the receptionist I encountered was horrible. I walked in and stood waiting to…read morebe seen and he never looked up. I was standing about 15 feet (a glass window is the only object between us) and waited patiently for about 2 minutes. Finally I just sat down and got relaxed then he recognizes me and asked what can he do for me. I explained my situation and he gave me my paperwork. He seemed bothered and frustrated whenever I had a question. Awful experience.

OK so who reviews a police precinct right? Well this happens to be the only place in Davidson…read moreCounty where you can get fbi acceptable ink fingerprints. And you know what it's not a bad experience. You walk into a spacious modern building . It's the entrance on the far right side when you enter the parking lot. Head upstairs and find 3 or 4 techs. They will quickly show you how to fill out your cards and then fingerprint you. 9 dollars for one card a dollar extra for each additional and a small fee if you use a credit card. My thought here is this could be a DMV like horror show and its not. So huge props to metro pd for avoiding that.

I watched an 18 wheeler driver in the passing lane ignore an ambulance with the siren and lights…read moreblaring. The ambulance moved left and right behind the truck so the driver could see him and the truck would not move into the right lane, where there was plenty of space to do so. Seeing that was really upsetting. The name/logo on the cabin said NORTHGATE. The occurence was coming from Nashville west on I-40 near Jackson TN today, May 23 about 4pm. I can't find a site to submit a complaint. I wrote down the tag number and a number on the front fender of the cabin.

I've driven clear across Tennessee from the North Carolina border to the Arkansas border on I-40 at…read moreleast a dozen times. From the Kentucky border on I-24 at least once. I-65 up and down to Alabama a half dozen times. I've negotiated the switches and splits of I-40/I-24/I-65/I-440 in and around Nashville a bunch of times. It's... okay. Many of the highways outside of the urban areas are 70 miles an hour. They're as wide as they can be. The exits are well marked and relatively smooth. It's pretty good. As DOTs go, Tennessee is decent.

We went Walking the Cumberland River Pedestrian Bridge and it was one of the most memorable parts…read moreof my Nashville trip. From the moment you step onto it, the view of the river and skyline is breathtaking especially at sunset when the lights start to dance off the water. The bridge itself feels open and welcoming, perfect for a leisurely stroll, a thoughtful moment, or an iconic photo op. It's peaceful yet energized, a great way to experience the city from a fresh perspective and soak in those Nashville vibes. Whether you're there in the early morning calm or with the city lights aglow at night, this bridge is a must see and absolutely earns five stars. Take your family and go get some fun photos and memories.

If you have ever driven down Briley Parkway, there is a good chance you have seen the Cumberland…read moreRiver Pedestrian Bridge, which is situated just beyond or before Opry Mills, depending on which way you are headed. The bridge connects Two Rivers Park to the Nashville Greenway, and offers gorgeous views of the Cumberland River no matter the season. The bridge also provides a great backdrop for photo ops of all kinds. Every time I am on the bridge, there is some sort of photo shoot going on whether it be amateur or professional, and I bet the photos turn out amazing! Getting to the bridge can seem tricky, but best bet is Two Rivers Park, which leads you right to the bridge from their main lot just off of Briley Parkway. It's a landmark of the start and end of all my walks from Two Rivers onto the Greenway, and I enjoy crossing it any chance I get!

If you meet jailbait when driving on this hwy, then it's Interbait 24…read more 24 is what really annoying people do in a 30. Or even in a 35. And if you're doing it in a 40, expect me to go rumbling past you in the oncoming lane. Speaking of rumbling. I likes to strips. Interstate 24 is the main road that links Nashville to Chattanooga and that is what it is most famous for. But it also extends quite far up into Illinois almost to St Louis. So in fact it is pretty useful if you're traversing these parts of the Midwest and Tennessee. It's usually busy on the Tennessee stretch but not so much any other parts. Yet it never seems to amaze me how many people are traipsing around the midwest, especially trucks, of course.