Lebanon History Museum
The museum has a new sign! We have so many people that tell us that they did not know that the city had a museum that we knew we needed a little extra signage. Let us know what you think of the mini city hall.
There’s A Lot of History in Our Little City.
What better place to experience Lebanon’s past than in the Lebanon History Museum in the Historic Castle Heights Military Building.
The City of Lebanon was founded on a little spring affectionately called Sinking Springs in 1802. The formation of the town square began with a few cedar log buildings and from that auspicious beginning, a city rich with history was born. As the Square District developed, it was modeled after the Philadelphia Square Plan and is considered an excellent example of a commercial district from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Our Square is now listed in National Register of Historic Places as well as being in the City’s Square Historic District.
The museum offers exhibits that cover a wide variety of real-life experiences from the people, the places, and the things that makes Lebanon what it is today.
HOURS
The Lebanon History Museum reopened to the public in April 2021 after 10 years of inactivity and we invite you to come and see our new updated exhibits! If you have any questions, please contact the Mayor's office at 615.443.2839 ext. 2100. The normal hours of operation will be from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Closed on all federal holidays.
LOCATION
The museum is located in Lebanon's City Hall, formerly the home of the stately Castle Heights Military Academy at 200 North Castle Heights Avenue. Currently, the museum doors are locked, please use the ramp entrance. Once you sign into our guest book located next to the Security Guard station, you will be directed to the museum entrance. There will be no group tours from during the time of June to October however you can still enjoy visiting the museum at your own leisure.