Mary McCooley

Ashland City, TN Area Guide

Tucked away in Davidson County sits a suburb of Nashville known as Ashland City. Home to upper middle class families and business owners, residents enjoy the accessibility to the larger Metro area and the more secluded, slower paced atmosphere Ashland City enjoys.

Home to the Harpeth Shoals Marina and the Braxton Condominiums, which sit on the shores of the Cumberland River, Ashland City enjoys its local events. Join us for youth and high school sporting events such as soccer, football and other outdoor activities as well as our famous Halloween Street Fair in October. We have people from all over Cheatham County come in for the fun!

Cheatham County is a bit more rural and undeveloped compared to other Nashville Metro areas, making it the ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of the big city. The area is also host to wildlife preserves popular with scientists whose field of studies document and research the wildlife common to the area.

With Nashville close by, a great bedroom community with big city amenities, wildlife preserves and parks, what’s not to love?

 To learn more, visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashland_City,_Tennessee

History

Created in 1856 as the county seat for newly established Cheatham County, the county’s commissioners purchased the initial 50 acres of land (now the courthouse square) from James Lenox, erecting a temporary courthouse. That temporary courthouse was replaced by the permanent courthouse in 1869 and is still in use today. Incorporated in 1859, Ashland City’s first major industry was a forge at Narrows of the Harpeth, followed by a grist mill and powder mill along Sycamore Creek.

Ashland City’s roots were established by pioneer Braxton Lee who settled here from Goochland County, Virginia. Originally part of Davidson County, it was known as Leeland Station until it received its present name with the creation of the newly formed Cheatham County. Braxton Lee’s second house, built around 1811 overlooks the city to this day, a reminder of the community’s history.

To learn more, visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashland_City,_Tennessee#History

Attractions & Activities

Beaman Park Nature Center

This rugged area is a treasure of Nashville’s park system and features a Highland Rim forest, unique plant species and steep slopes with narrow hollows, streams and waterfalls. Sanctuary to unique natural beauty, visitors can experience a connection with nature, learn about plants and wildlife and be educated on the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.

To learn more, visit: http://www.nashville.gov/parks/nature/beaman.asp

Tennessee State Museum

The origins of the Tennessee State Museum can be traced to a museum that opened on the Nashville public square in 1817 by portrait artist Ralph E.W. Earl. In 1937, the General Assembly created a state museum to house World War I mementoes and other collections from the state as well as the Tennessee Historical Society. The Tennessee State Museum is currently located on three floors, with over 60,000 square feet devoted to exhibits.

To learn more, visit: http://www.tnmuseum.org/Information/History/

The Country Music Hall of Fame

Preserving the tradition and history of country music, the CMHFM is dedicated to educating and entertaining its audiences. Functioning as a local history museum and international arts organization, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum serves visiting and non-visiting audiences, from fans, students and scholars to members of the music industry.

To learn more, visit:http://countrymusichalloffame.org/

Children’s Museum of Nashville

The Children’s Museum of Nashville was established in 1844 in downtown Nashville by Sgt. John R. Forbes, whose vision of Nashville’s future was focused on children. His enthusiasm for the museum brought some of the most prominent citizens of Nashville into the picture, including the museum’s first president Vernon Sharp, Jr. More than sixty years have passed since it opened and Sgt. Forbes’ would be proud. Adventure Science Center still creates opportunities for children to learn and have fun.

To learn more, visit: http://www.adventuresci.com/

Parks and Recreation

The City of Ashland has over 337 acres of parks, 204 of them still in the development stage. Managed by a full time director, the park has many volunteers and is funded through the city, GNRC, AAA, United Way and resident’s private donations.

For a complete listing of parks and their amenities, please visit: http://www.ashlandcity.net/parks_rec/parks_facilities.html

Events Calendar

Join us for everything from Summerfest to the Cumberland River Challenge! We have events year round for residents and visitors to enjoy and would love to have you come join in the fun!

To learn more about our events, visit: http://www.ashlandcitytn.gov/parks_rec/activities_events.html

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