History

Music City was all shook up when Elvis came to town.
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
Before your neighborhood branch opened, NPL brought books to you via reading rooms, booketerias, and a library on wheels service.
As it turns out, Music City might have had several opportunities to earn its stripes notes before the name really stuck.
Explore Music City through its history, food, drink, and art on these tours.
The 16-stop tour begins downtown and covers most areas of Nashville.
Most of us probably don’t have our state flags memorized, but it’s worth studying up: Our flag’s design reflects centuries of history.
CMA Fest is celebrating half a century of honoring Nashville’s country music scene June 8-11.
The dedication is scheduled on the late model’s 100th birthday — Saturday, April 22.
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