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| Lebanon, Tennessee Lebanon has a combination of history and progress. It is the county seat located in the heart of Wilson County. Since the city's beginning in 1801 we have grown from an agricultural/livestock community into a blend of residential and commercial. With a population of approximately 25,000, Lebanon has maintained its small town charm. Located just minutes from Nashville on I-40, its convenient location has contributed to a strong industrial base and a thriving economy. Lebanon is known as the home to the headquarters of Cracker Barrel Ole Country Stores, and Cumberland University. It is also home to large distribution centers for Genesco and Bridgestone. Excellent shopping and dining can be found here as well. On and near the Town Square are some of the best antique shops in Tennessee. Not far from the square is Prime Outlets Mall, projections of over 2 million visitors per year. The City has many family and national chain restaurants, including O'Charleys, Applebee's, Chili's and its own Sunset, and Chop House. If recreation is what you are seeking, plan to spend time in Don Fox Community Park. The 40 + acre public park includes a 20,000 sq.ft. stockade playground, 60 ft. diameter wading pool, sand volleyball courts, picnic pavilions, and Cedar City Trail. This 3.5 mile long greenway bike/walk trail follows along a beautiful creek. The city has completed a 56,000 sq. ft. family recreation and aquatics facility. Open to the public, the Jimmy Floyd Family Center has a gym, fitness and aerobic areas, racquetball, huge indoor/outdoor swimming pools and much more. Just a few miles south of the city is Cedars of Lebanon State Park, where 600,000 visitors come each year to enjoy swimming, horseback riding and camping. For other recreation, visit the area golf courses, lakes, bowling alleys and the City's tennis courts. Nashville International Airport is only 25 minutes away. The Lebanon Municipal Airport, 760 Franklin Road, services a wide variety of commercial and private aircraft, with a 5,000 foot runway and several modern T-hangers and corporate hangers. It is one of four base locations for Nashville's Vanderbilt Life Flight servicing the area. The airport provides fuel and maintenance services, and rental car services are available. The Music City Star Commuter Rail, the first of its kind in Tennessee, originates in Lebanon with destination to Nashville. The train also runs special events to Nashville. Lebanon's busy and historic Town Square is a popular tourist destination. The site of a civil war battle, it is famous for its many antiques, gifts and collectible stores. Lebanon's downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been featured in many national and regional publications, including Southern Living magazine. One of Lebanon's most prominent historic sites is the City of Lebanon Administration Building. The City purchased the deteriorating building in 1996, and beautifully restored it. It is one of several historic buildings on the Castle Heights campus; it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The building also houses the City of Lebanon Museum and History Center, which is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Weekend and group tours of ten or more can be pre-arranged by calling 443-2839. Cumberland University is located in the City of Lebanon. Founded in 1842, Cumberland University offers a variety of educational, athletic, and social experiences to enhance the learning opportunities of the current student body. The university has an exceptional academic program steeped in the liberal arts. Athletic teams regularly compete for conference and national championships. Click here for the U.S. Census Bureau's fact sheet on the demographic profile of Lebanon, TN. |