Travellers Rest Historic House Museum in Nashville, TN is the oldest historic house open to the public in the city, dedicated to preserving and interpreting the Overton home and landscape. With a primary focus on history education, the museum offers programs and events that cover approximately 1000 years of history, from pre-contact settlement to the 19th century, providing visitors of all ages with an opportunity to explore and experience Nashville's historic past.
As an historic site, Travellers Rest believes in the importance of open dialogue and understanding. They strive to accurately tell the stories of all former residents, including native communities, enslaved individuals, and property owners and descendants, in order to learn from collective history and foster a better understanding of the present. Through educational opportunities such as homeschool programs, scout programs, and field trips, Travellers Rest aims to facilitate learning and growth as a community, state, and country.
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