War Memorial Auditorium, Nashville

Name: War Memorial Auditorium
Address: 301 6th Ave N, Nashville, 37243, United States
Telephone: (615) 782-4000

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The War Memorial Auditorium is a 2,000-seat performance hall located in Nashville, Tennessee. Built in 1925, it served as home of the Grand Ole Opry during 1939-43. It is also known as the War Memorial Building, the Tennessee War Memorial, or simply the War Memorial. It is located across the street from, and is governed by, the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, and is also adjacent to the Tennessee State Capitol. It received an architectural award at the time of its construction, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2017. ()

Built: 1925 (99 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 36°9'51"N, 86°47'2"W

Address

301 6th Ave NDowntown NashvilleNashville 37243 United States

Contact

(615) 782-4000

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Day trips

War Memorial Auditorium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to War Memorial Auditorium?

Nearby attractions include Sam Davis Statue, Nashville (2 min walk), Tennessee Performing Arts Center, Nashville (3 min walk), Tennessee State Museum, Nashville (3 min walk), Young Women's Christian Association Building, Nashville (3 min walk).

How to get to War Memorial Auditorium by public transport?

The nearest stations to War Memorial Auditorium:

Bus

Charlotte Avenue & 7th Avenue North Eastbound • Lines: 50 (2 min walk)
Bay 2 • Lines: 41, 9, 91X (5 min walk)

Train

Riverfront (15 min walk)