The 1859 Rutherford County Courthouse on E. Main Street was the site of a dawn attack by Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest and his Confederate cavalry on Union troops encamped within. About 3 miles northwest of town the Battle of Stones River was fought in late December and early January 1862-63 .
More than 450 Tennessee walking horses are on parade during the International Pleasure and Colt Grand Championship Show in late July. During the annual Uncle Dave Macon Days Music and Arts Festival, which has been held in July, September or October in recent years, music enthusiasts flock to the Fountains at Gateway, 1500 Medical Center Pkwy., for musical performances, jam sessions and other fun things to do.
Visitor Centers
Rutherford County Convention and Visitors Bureau 3050 Medical Center Pkwy. Murfreesboro, TN 37129. Phone:(615)893-6565 or (800)716-7560
Self-guiding Tours
The battlefield and other places of interest in Rutherford County are linked by 13 miles of greenway trails used by bicyclists, hikers and joggers.
Things to Do
Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural CenterOaklands Historic House Museum
STONES RIVER NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD see place listing