2013 Memorial Day Celebrations in Nashville
Memorial Day Celebrations in Nashville can be rather limited compared to most other U.S. Cities as Nashvillians tend to spend the day with their families and honoring those who have fallen.But don't fret because there is always a great Memorial Celebration or two to be found for those wanting to celebrate the day in a big way and I've have compiled a list of my top picks of the some of the best things to do with your family & friends in honoring the memories of those who dedicated their lives to our country.
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Wave Country Opens 2013 Season
Metro Parks' popular Wave Country (photos) is set to open for the 2013 summer season on Saturday, May 25th. Memorial Day weekend traditionally marks the beginning of summer fun at this local wave-action pool.As one of Nashville's most popular water venues, their wave pool generates waves that can be ridden, or enjoyed from the shallows as they lap at the feet. Inflated floats are available for free on a first come first served basis and there is a break in the waves every few minutes to allow for calm waters as well.
For more information on Wave Country you can visit them online.
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Nashville Restaurant Scores
Take a quick look at the latest Nashville Restaurant Scores and see just how well (or not) your favorite local restaurant fared this week.Nashville Art Crawls
Currently, Nashville has four monthly Art Crawl Styled Events including two Art Crawls, one Art Stroll, and one Social. The two Art Crawls and Social are held the first week of every month and the Art Stroll is held on the last Saturday of the month.
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This Week in Nashville History: May 14th - May 20th
Take a day-by-day look back into Nashville History and visit it's glorious past to see what happened this week in Nashville and Middle Tennessee history.
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Mid-Tn Antebellum Homes & Mansions
Nashville Museums
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Overview of Nashville History by Era
Nashville History & Historical Sites
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Mid-TN Community Profile: Montgomery County
Montgomery County was established 1796 and was named after Colonel John Montgomery, a Revolutionary War officer, founder of Clarksville and signer of the Cumberland Compact. Colonel Montgomery was killed by Indians in Kentucky in 1794. Montgomery County encompasses 539 square miles.
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Mid-TN Neighborhoods | Mid-TN Economic Market Area | Education in Mid-TN | Average Temperatures | Drive Times | Nashville News | Weather Reports
RC Colas & Moon Pies
The MoonPie hit the markets of Chattanooga Tennessee in 1917 and R.C. Cola arrived soon after in 1934. when they combined forces in the 1950's, they were an instant success.Explore the History of the RC Cola and MoonPie. and discover just about everything you need to know about this great southern tradition which has, over the years, launched everything from songs and books, to contests, celebrations, and more.
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Nashville's Best Cheap & Free Historical Attractions
I've taken some time to gather up another list of some of the best Cheap & Free Attractions in Nashville but this list is all about Tennessee & Nashville History, of course, I've entitled it; Nashville's Best Cheap & Free Historical Attractions.
I'm pretty sure that I've uncovered the cream of the Nashville crop as it includes everything from local museums to entire neighborhoods. You can bet that there's something to be found for all kinds of history lovers...even for the most frugal of folks!
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Nashville Restaurant Scores
Take a quick look at the latest Nashville Restaurant Scores and see just how well (or not) your favorite local restaurant fared this week.This Week in Nashville History: May 7th - May 13th
Take a day-by-day look back into Nashville History and visit it's glorious past to see what happened this week in Nashville and Middle Tennessee history.
Explore
Mid-Tn Antebellum Homes & Mansions
Nashville Museums
Learn
Overview of Nashville History by Era
Nashville History & Historical Sites
Submit
Historical Event Historic Photo
Photo © Jan Duke