History

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Culture
Try this: New audio tour explores Centennial Park’s history
The Nashville Sites tour uses QR codes throughout the park to share stories spanning centuries of Nashville history.
March 02, 2026 12:37 PM
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Dylan Aycock
A brick/block replica of the church-shaped Ryman Auditorium
Retail
Build block versions of Ryman Auditorium, Cheekwood, and more
Plus, travel to other areas of the state with builds inspired by attractions in Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga.
October 6, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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History
Do you remember the 21st night of September in Nashville?
Do you remember the 21st night of September? Join us on a trip down memory lane to see what Nashvillians were up to this week throughout the years.
September 20, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
A photo of park guests watching people go down the flume water ride.
Culture
Remembering Opryland USA, Nashville’s own theme park
Even before the Grand Ole Opry House, there was Opryland USA — a different source of entertainment that put Music City on the map.
July 25, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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Live
Iconic landmarks in Nashville
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
July 19, 2023
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Skylar Webb
A truck with a trailer-like bed carrying books pulls up to the outside of Stewart's Cash Grocery where patrons await its arrival.
Culture
Words on wheels: Nashville Public Library’s innovative history
Before your neighborhood branch opened, NPL brought books to you via reading rooms, booketerias, and a library on wheels service.
July 7, 2023
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Skylar Webb
The shadow of a musician holding a guitar with Broadway in the background.
Culture
How Music City earned its nickname
As it turns out, Music City might have had several opportunities to earn its stripes notes before the name really stuck.
June 7, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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City
Nashville’s LGBTQ History Driving Tour
The 16-stop tour begins downtown and covers most areas of Nashville.
June 6, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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History
History of the Tennessee flag
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.
May 31, 2023
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Dayten Rose
An archival photo of the crowd's view from the stands, overlooking a Fan Fest stage at the Nashville Fairgrounds.
Events
Blast to the past: Fast facts for 50 years of CMA Fest
CMA Fest is celebrating half a century of honoring Nashville’s country music scene June 8-11.
May 18, 2023
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Skylar Webb
A headshot of Bettie Page smiling in a red swimsuit top with short, black curly hair and straight across bangs.
History
‘Queen of Pinups:' Bettie Page set to receive Nashville historical marker
The dedication is scheduled on the late model’s 100th birthday — Saturday, April 22.
April 14, 2023
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Skylar Webb
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McWhorter Hall on Belmont's Campus in the spring.
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Food
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Apply to be an extra on the ‘9-1-1 Nashville’ TV show
“9‑1‑1: Nashville” premieres Thursday, Oct. 9 on ABC — and with all these local casting calls, don’t be surprised if a familiar face shows up on screen.
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