Established in 1911, offers 148 degree programs in six undergraduate
colleges,
a graduate college and the Paul W. Martin Sr. Honors
College.
It is one of the fastest
growing universities in Tennessee with an enrollment of 21,000
students. The 500-acre campus includes the Tennessee Livestock
Center, Murphy Center and Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium.
Location: 1302 East Main Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37132
Phone: 615 898 2919
Website: www.mtsu.edu

Discovery
Center at Murfree Spring is an interactive museum and nature
preserve located in downtown Murfreesboro. Come learn about the
wetlands, dabble in the arts, enjoy our play space or swing down the
two-story slide.
Location: 502 SE Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Admission: $5.00 adults, $4.00 children 3 - 12, under 2 free
Phone: 615 890 2300
Website:
www.discoverycenteronline.org
Jack Daniel's Old Time Distillery offers distillery tours and
has been placed in the National Register of Historical Places.
Located in Lynchburg, Tennessee where they make every drop of Jack
Daniel's Tennessee Whisky. Guides will show you firsthand the
special process Mr. Jack Daniel's perfected back in 1866. The guided
tour takes about an hour.
Location: Lynchburg, Tennessee
Admission: Free
Phone: 931 759 6180
Website:
www.jackdaniels.com
Stones River National
Battlefield is a 600-acre national park and cemetery dedicated
to preserving the memory of those who fought and died at this
crucial Civil War battle. Living history demonstrations are
presented throughout the year. The visitor center offers a museum,
self-guided driving tour and video presentation of the battle.
Location:
3501Old Nashville Hwy.,
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Admission: No charge. Open Daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Closed
Christmas Day)
Phone: 615 893 9501
Oakland Historic House
Museum was once the center of 1500 acre plantation and one of
the most elegant homes in Middle Tennessee. During the Civil War,
both Union and Confederate armies camped on the plantation.
Location:
900 North Maney Avenue,
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Open: Tues-Sat 10am-4pm and Sun 1pm-4pm
Admission: $7 adults, $5 children (16 and under) Group rates
available
Phone: 615 893 0022
Cannonsburgh Village
reflects life in the rural south during the 19th and early 20th
centuries. Cannonsburgh, the original name of Murfreesboro, houses a
large collection of antique farm equipment, grist mill, general
store, museum, and blacksmith shop.
Location: 312 South Front Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Open: Tues thru Sat. 10 am - 5 pm, and Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm,
closed Monday
Season: Late April - Dec. 1, grounds open year round.
Admission: No charge for self-guided tours. Guided tours:
$2.50 adults, $1.50; school groups: $1 per student.
Phone: 615 890 0355
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The Rutherford County
Courthouse on the public square in Murfreesboro is listed on the
National Register of Historic Places for its significant
architecture, political and military history. It served as
Tennessee's State Capitol from 1819 to 1826. The Rutherford County
Archives are located on the third floor of the courthouse.
Location:
Murfreesboro Public Square
Open: Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm.
Admission: No charge
Phone: 615 898 7745
The Murfreesboro Greenway
System consists of the Stone River Trail and the Lytle Creek
Trail. This 4 1/2 mile historical trail provides access to
Cannonsburgh Village, Fortress Rosecrans and Stones River National
Battlefield. Walkers, joggers, skaters and bicyclists are invited to
enjoy the scenic path that is free and open during daylight hours.
Location:
Trailheads at Cannonsburgh Village
Phone:
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation, 615 890 5333
Nissan North America Inc.
is Rutherford County's largest manufacturer, employing over
6,000 people. The Xterra sport utility vehicle, Frontier
pickup truck and Altima sedan are produced at this massive 5.3
million square foot facility in Smyrna, TN.
Location:
983 Nissan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167
Open: Tours are Tues.
8:30 am, 10 am and 1 pm Advanced reservations required.
Admission:
No charge
Phone: 615 459 1444
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