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Main Streets & Town Squares

Brimming with personality, Tennessee's main streets and town squares illustrate our strong regard for preservation of heritage. Venture down streets lined with quaint boutiques. A pleasant walk downtown promises to be day well spent.

Stroll along Franklin's Main Street to enjoy a snapshot in history. The Autumn Street Fair in downtown McMinnville features crafts, food, activities and entertainment for the entire family. Step back to the 18th century as you browse the charming shops and historic landmarks of Collierville, or head for the bustling hub of community life found in historic Murfreesboro.

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Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce
The delightful small town of Bell Buckle dates back to 1852, established by local merchant A. D. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Bell Buckle, TN
Phone:  931-389-9663

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Bolivar Historic District Walking Tour
Blessed with classic architectural styles running the gamut from Greek Revival to Italianate, Bolivar's historic districts hearken back to a day when nearly fanatical attention to detail could be seen from initial design to the detailed decorative carvings throughout the buildings. The famed Philadelphia-based architect Fletcher Sloan has left his mark of genius through a number of post-bellum homes that have survived in large measure through the efforts of the local chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities (APTA). ...more

Region:  Southwest
City:  Bolivar, TN
Phone:  (731) 658-6554

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Bristol Historic Downtown
From its earliest days, Bristol served as a trade hub and by the late 1800s, it had become the largest center for commerce within a 200-mile radius. In 1899, H. ...more

Region:  Northeast
City:  Bristol, TN
Phone:  423-989-4850

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Centerville Historic Town Square
Relax on the lawn of our historic courthouse while observing a game of checkers. Shop around the square where people meet and greet each other. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Centerville, TN
Phone:  931-729-5774

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CJ's Off the Square
Williamson County Weddings & Events, a full-service event company based in Historic Downtown Franklin, Tennessee, delights in designing & coordinating events, or in assisting you any way we can. We have a delightful custom print division and charming event venue, CJ's Off the Square. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Franklin, TN
Phone:  (615) 465-8099

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Cleveland Downtown Historic Walking Tour
This self-guided walking tour allows you to personally experience downtown Cleveland's unique history. Enjoy charming shops and eateries located along the tour route. ...more

Region:  Chattanooga & Southeast
City:  Cleveland, TN
Phone:  423-472-6587

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Collierville Historic Town Square
Collierville's historic town square (listed on the National Register of Historic Places) is a wonderful area for shopping, dining & sightseeing. Boutiques, museums and restaurants welcome visitors year-round. ...more

Region:  Memphis & Surrounding Areas
City:  Collierville, TN
Phone:  901-853-1666

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Cross Plains Historic Main Street
Shop for gifts, crafts, antiques and Victorian garden art in a town with 225 years of history. Since 1779, "people have been coming and going across the plains. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Cross Plains, TN
Phone:  615-654-2256

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Erin Historic District
Erin, established in 1871, has gift and craft shops. The third Saturday in March is the biggest Irish celebration this side of Chicago. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Erin, TN
Phone:  931-289-5100

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Fayetteville Historic Downtown
Visit Fayetteville's historic downtown for shopping, dining, art and beautiful architecture from the late 1800s to early 1900s. During the 2nd week of November the town comes alive with the spirit of a Dickens Christmas during Host of Christmas Past. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Fayetteville, TN
Phone:  931-433-1234

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Franklin on Foot
Franklin on Foot is a tour company located in Historic Franklin, Tenn. , that offers both daily walking and bike tours. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Franklin, TN
Phone:  615 400-3808

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Historic Downtown Clinton
Spend countless hours shopping for antiques, collectibles and specialty items and enjoy the unique eateries in restored Historic Downtown Clinton. ...more

Region:  Knoxville & Middle East
City:  Clinton, TN
Phone:  865-457-4542

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Historic Downtown Dickson
Civil War soldiers built the railroad that now fronts the Historic Halbrook Hotel, War Memorial Building and the new city park. Just off the railroad you will find, not only the Old Train Depot. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Dickson, TN
Phone:  615-446-2349

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Historic Downtown Franklin
Fifteen block National Register Historic District with more than 70 unique shops, restaurants and antiques. ...more

Region:  Nashville & Surrounding Areas
City:  Franklin, TN
Phone:  (615) 591-8500

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Main Street McMinnville
Main Street McMinnville is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to the revitalization and development of downtown McMinnville. Their vision of historic downtown McMinnville is to create a safe, culturally rich and architecturally preserved downtown which is vibrant and eye-appealing, family and community oriented, and commercially viable. ...more

Region:  Upper Cumberland
City:  McMinnville, TN
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