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Welcome to Lebanon, Tennessee, located in beautiful Wilson County. There's plenty to see and do while you are visiting Middle Tennesee! Take a look for yourself -
Cedars of Lebanon State Park
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This 1000 acre park is located in south Lebanon in a dense cedar forest. The park offers camping and cabins for rent, meeting facilities, picnicking, horseback riding, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, disc golf, lighted tennis courts and miles of hiking trails. Hours: Summer: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Winter: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Click here to visit the Cedars of Lebanon State Park website.
328 Cedar Forest Rd.
Lebanon, TN 37090
Phone: 615-443-2769
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Excursion Train
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Throughout the year, the Tennessee Central Railway’s Excursion Train visits Watertown, Lebanon and Mt. Juliet. Trips include a wine train, re-enactments of a train robbery and murder mystery, as well as trips with the Easter Bunny and Santa. Visit www.tcry.org for a schedule of events and more information.
220 Willow Street
Nashville, TN 37210
Phone: 615-244-9001
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Lebanon Museum & History Center
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Located in the lower level of City Hall, this 2,500 sq. ft. museum provides a visual tour of the city’s rich history broken down in to Native American, Early Settlement, Antebellum, Victorian and Modern Eras. The museum also features audio descriptions by famous residents, as well as touch screens and computers.
200 Castle Heights Ave N.
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone: 615-443-2839
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The Mill At Lebanon
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This 200,000 square foot brick factory is an adaptive reuse development of the historic Lebanon Woolen Mills. Adjacent to the commuter rail station and one block off Lebanon’s Square, The Mill currently offers event space, a car museum, restaurants, retail space, a gymnastic studio and a church. Visit www.themillatlebanon.com for more information.
300 N. Maple St.
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone: 615-443-6901
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Sellars Farm State Archaeological Area
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During the Mississippian Period of Native American habitation in Tennessee, the Cumberland River Valley became the site of a cluster of fortified towns. One such town is now known as Sellars Farm inhabited from 1000 AD to 1300 AD.
At Sellars Farm, a walking tour of the site takes you through the area while learning about the inhabitants. An interpretive kiosk marks the beginning of the tour. For group tour reservation information, please call Long Hunter State Park at 615-885-2422. Hours: Open 7-days a week for self-guided tours. For more information visit the Sellars Farm website.
Directions: From I-40, take Exit 239A. Proceed 2 miles toward Watertown and turn Left on Poplar Hill Road. Go 1 mile and park entrance is on the left.
Poplar Hill Road
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone: 615-885-2422
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Historic Watertown
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Fifteen minutes from Lebanon down Highway 70 you will find the quaint city of Watertown. Stop in at the historic square where you can explore the unqiue boutiques, shops and restaurants that line the square. A local favorite is the Stardust Drive-In Theatre where you can treat the family to a double feature underneath the starry skies. For more information go to www.watertowntn.com.
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Fiddlers Grove Historic Village
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See what life was like at the turn of the century in Wilson County. The Village consists of nearly 50 original and replicated buildings, including a one-room schoolhouse, a working blacksmith shop, church, jail, grist mill and more! The Stringtown General Shop is a functioning gift and refreshment shop and the starting point for tours of the Village.
Self-guided and guided tours available. For more information and pricing, contact Director Patty Williams at 615-443-2626. Visit www.fiddlersgrove.org for more information.
James E. Ward Agricultural Center
945 Baddour Pkwy.
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone: 615-443-2626
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Long Hunter State Park
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Long Hunter State Park is situated along the shore of J. Percy Priest Lake. It consists of four units: Couchville, Baker's Grove, Bryant Grove and Sellar's Farm. Picnicking, swimming, hiking, backpacking, boating, fishing, nature photography and wildlife observation are among the activities available to park visitors.
Planned activities include interpretive and recreation programs for the general public and environmental education programs for school and other interested groups.
For more information, visit the Long Hunter State Park website.
2910 Hobson Pike
Hermitage, TN 37076
Phone: 615-885-2422
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Roy Bailey African American Museum & History Center
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Established in 2004, the Museum and History Center pays homage to the work, struggles and successes of businessmen and women, educators, clergy and families who built a solid foundation for African American citizens who live and thrive today in Wilson County. Hours: Tues, Thurs & Sat 10am-2pm and by appointment.
115 E. Main St. Suite B
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone: 615-449-2911
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Wilson County Museum
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Also known as The Fessenden House, the Wilson County Museum was given to the Historical Association of Wilson County by Sallie Fessenden in March of 1983. The museum serves as a place to preserve the area's heritage and to represent the tracks of those who have passed through, giving direction to the future generations to follow. Admission is free, however, donations are appreciated. Please call ahead.
236 W. Main Street
Lebanon, TN 37087
Phone: 615-444-9127
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