In 1873, the Fisk Jubilee Singers sang for Queen Victoria. The queen was so enthralled that she commissioned a life-size painting of the group. Today, the piece by Edmund Havel hangs in Jubilee Hall for all to enjoy. 📸: Special Collections of Fisk University Franklin Library

Struggling to find a gift for the holidays? We've got you covered. Click the link in bio to check out Nashville Sites Merch. ❄ #Nashville #gifts #tours

Did you know that 25 million gallons of water sit right off 8th Avenue South? Built in 1889, the 8th Avenue Reservoir's most exciting days were in 1912 when the southeast corner of the structure burst and 25 million gallons of water poured out onto the streets (no one was hurt).

William Edmondson worked as a railroad worker, janitor, and stone mason before becoming a sculptor. Edmondson's "modern primitive" sculptures were showcased in the MOMA in 1937, making him the first Black artist to have a solo show. 📸: Smithsonian

We are excited to announce the launch of our Civil War Driving Tour on the 158th anniversary of the Battle of Nashville! Try pairing both the Downtown Civil War walking tour with this driving tour, in person or virtually. #nashville #history #tours #civilwar #battleofnashville

May you be filled with peace, love, and light

Did you know that Gray & Dudley's in the 21c Museum Hotel is named for the Gray & Dudley Hardware Company that was originally in the building? It opened in 1900. #triviatuesday #nashville #history #tours #architecture #food #cocktails #happyhour #museum #art

Did you know that Nashville was the first southern city to surrender during the Civil War? On February 25, 1862, Mayor Richard Boone Cheatham of Nashville crossed the Cumberland to surrender to General Don Carlos Buell. #BattleofNashville #history #Nashville #Cumberland

Happy holidays! 🎅🎄❄🐧

Did you know that the Belmont bell tower (formerly a water tower) was used as a signaling post by Union troops during the Battle of Nashville? 📸: Belmont Mansion and Belmont University Special Collections

🎇🎇🎇 What's your resolution this year? If it's to learn more Nashville history...we got you! #nashville #history #tours #newyears #2023

Opened in 1927, The Peanut Shop is the oldest building in The Arcade. Originally, Planters Peanuts owned over 2,000 stores across the country. Today, Nashville's location is one of only four remaining Planters stores still open. 📸: NPL

Fort Negley was the Union's signature stronghold during the Civil War, but did you know that the fort was also the linchpin of Nashville's economy during the Great Depression? In 1935, the Tennessee Emergency Relief Administration hired 1,150 men to restore the park. 📸: TSLA

Nestled under a bustling interstate, the Gateway to Heritage Plaza highlights the communities divided by the I-40's construction. The exhibit showcases events, people, and places representing Jefferson Street’s story. 📸: MHCF

We are excited to announce the launch of our newest neighborhood walking tour in Edgehill! And don’t worry—you can take the tour virtually and avoid the cold weather 🐻‍❄️🧤🧣 bit.ly/edgehill1 #nashville #history #tours #musiccity #edgehill

Today we commemorate Martin Luther King Jr, a man who made significant strides to bring peace and hope to this world.

Just call us Tennessee State University GRAMMY-Award Winning Aristocrat of Bands! We WON in the Best Gospel Roots Album category! TSU’s Aristocrat of Bands has made history as THE 1st COLLEGIATE MARCHING BAND to WIN A GRAMMY!#ExcellenceIsOurHabit!

Love thinking about un(der) preserved histories NOT FORGOTTEN HISTORIES because the communities never forgot their story! #s8 #NCPH2023 #civilrights

So many great ideas for partnerships and new initiatives around education/teacher engagement and the #civilrightsmovement from #s11 #ncph2023 Center for Civil Rights History & Research

Nashville put in a bid for a WNBA team and will call them the Tennessee Summitt? Yes please! Pat Summitt is the first name you think of when you talk about basketball in TN 🏀Learn more about her connections across the state on our Women's Sports History tour! nashvillesites.org/tours/women's-…