Tennessee State Library and Archives, Nashville

Name: Tennessee State Library and Archives
Address: 403 7th Ave N, Nashville, United States

#124 among attractions in Nashville

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Tennessee State Library and Archives, Nashville

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The Tennessee State Library and Archives, established in 1854, currently operates as a unit of the Tennessee Department of State. According to the Tennessee Blue Book, the Library and Archives "collects and preserves books and records of historical, documentary and reference value, and encourages and promotes library development throughout the state." This mandate can be found in Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 10, Chapters 1-8. ()

Built: 1953 (71 years ago)Coordinates: 36°9'56"N, 86°47'7"W

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403 7th Ave NNorth Capitol - Sulphur Dell - Market DistrictNashville United States

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Tennessee State Library and Archives – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ryman Auditorium, Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, Nashville Arcade.

0.5 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Ryman Auditorium, Nashville
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, the Ryman Auditorium stands as a beacon of live music heritage. Known affectionately as the "Mother Church of Country Music," this iconic venue has a rich history that resonates with the sounds of legends past and present.
0.6 miSE
Indoor facility for sports and concerts
Bridgestone Arena, Nashville
15 min walk • Bridgestone Arena is a multi-purpose venue in downtown Nashville, Tennessee United States. Completed in 1996, it is the home of the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League.
0.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Nissan Stadium, Nashville
20 min walk • Nissan Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. Owned by the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, it is primarily used for football and is the home field of the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League and the Tigers of Tennessee State University.
~1600 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Nashville Arcade, Nashville
8 min walk • The Arcade is a covered shopping arcade in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. It was built in 1902.
0.5 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
First Horizon Park, Nashville
14 min walk • First Horizon Park, formerly known as First Tennessee Park, is a baseball park in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, United States.
~1170 ftNE
Sport venue, Sport, Convention center
Nashville Municipal Auditorium, Nashville
6 min walk • The Nashville Municipal Auditorium is an indoor sports and concert venue in Nashville, Tennessee, which also houses the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum.
~1360 ftN
Park, State park, Historic walking areas
Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, Nashville
7 min walk • Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, also known as the Bicentennial Mall, is an urban state park in downtown Nashville, Tennessee.
~940 ftE
Museum, History museum
Tennessee State Museum, Nashville
5 min walk • The Tennessee State Museum is a large museum in Nashville depicting the history of the U.S. state of Tennessee. The current facility opened on October 4, 2018, at the corner of Rosa Parks Boulevard and Jefferson Street at the foot of Capitol Hill by the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park.
~920 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Tennessee Performing Arts Center, Nashville
5 min walk • The Tennessee Performing Arts Center, or TPAC, is located in the James K. Polk Cultural Center at 505 Deaderick Street in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, occupying an entire city block between 5th and 6th Avenues North and Deaderick and Union Streets.
0.9 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Ascend Amphitheater, Nashville
22 min walk • The Ascend Amphitheater is an open-air event venue located on the Cumberland River in Nashville, Tennessee. It is set inside the Metro Riverfront Park. The amphitheater seats 2,300 in fixed seating, and 4,500 on the lawn, with a total capacity of 6,800.
0.7 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Nashville
18 min walk • The Schermerhorn Symphony Center is a concert hall in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. Ground was broken on December 3, 2003. The center formally opened on September 9, 2006, with a gala concert conducted by Leonard Slatkin and broadcast by PBS affiliates throughout the state.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tennessee State Library and Archives?

Nearby attractions include Sam Davis Statue, Nashville (2 min walk), James K. Polk State Office Building, Nashville (3 min walk), War Memorial Auditorium, Nashville (4 min walk), First Baptist Church, Nashville (4 min walk).

How to get to Tennessee State Library and Archives by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tennessee State Library and Archives:

Bus

Charlotte Avenue & 7th Avenue North Westbound • Lines: 50 (2 min walk)
Bay 11 • Lines: 1, 17, 95X (5 min walk)

Train

Riverfront (18 min walk)