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The visitors center is a resource for exploring the delicate relationship between Nashville and the Federal Government during the Civil War and for learning about the site's relevance in the 20th century and beyond.
Park Hours
The Park is open year round from dawn to dusk for self-guided walking tours. Sites maps are available at the kiosk on the visitors center porch. Restrooms are available during visitors center hours of operation.
Visitors Center Hours of Operation
- Tuesday-Friday: Noon - 4 p.m.
- Saturday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Offerings and Services
- Interactive exhibits and a 20-minute video covering the building of Fort Negley
- Education panels along paved paths for self-guided walking tours
- Educated staff and volunteers available to answer questions
- Programming for school field trips and scout groups, history and nature education events, tours for scheduled groups, and living history events
- A great place to walk and bring a leashed dog
- A great view of the city during park hours
- Home of the Nashville Civil War Roundtable and Fort Donelson Camp 62, Sons of Union Veterans
Fort Negley Park is in South Nashville two miles from the entertainment, music, and sports venues of Lower Broadway in Downtown Nashville.
Our Mission
It is the mission of the Fort Negley Visitors Center to promote a greater understanding of the social, political, and military forces central to Nashville and Middle Tennessee during the era of sectional conflict in American history.
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Fort Negley Park is free and open to the public during daylight hours.
Fort Negley Visitors Center is free and open to the public during posted hours.
Location
1100 Fort Negley Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone
615-862-8470