Identified as a linear park, the Harpeth River State Park connects several landmarks and attractions along the lower Harpeth River for about 40 miles (64.3 kilometers). Most of these riverside sites can be accessed by canoeing along the river, one of the many activities that you can enjoy at the park. Other activities include fishing, kayaking and hiking. Some of the sites along the river that are worth exploring are the Gossett Tract State Natural Area, Newsom's Mill Historic Site, and Mound Bottom.
Situated on Lindsley Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee, is the Historic Lindsley Avenue Church of Christ. The church was established in 1894 and since then it has been an important part of the community’s social and spiritual life. The church was built in the Late Gothic Revival architectural style which makes it stand out as soon as you catch a glimpse of it. Today, it continues to play a significant role in the lives of the people of Nashville and is also famous for its homecoming which takes place on the second Sunday of October.
Tucked away in the Belle Meade neighborhood of the city, about 9 miles (14.48 kilometers) from Downtown, the Percy Warner Park offers an expansive area of green respite for the residents of the city. Together with the Edwin Warner Park, these two are known as the Warner Parks and cover an area of 2,664 acres (1,078 hectares). One of the most visited parks in the state, the Percy Warner Park has picnic areas, walking trails, an equestrian center, horse trails, golf courses, and more. Plus, the park has earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places because of the rich heritage it preserves.
From softball fields where young children can play to football fields, basketball courts and a lot more, Drakes Creek Park is the place to be for sports enthusiasts. If playing a game with your friends is not your thing, you can always enjoy a delightful picnic at one of the many shelters within this park, which also comes equipped with a barbecue pit for a nice cookout. All in all, this park attracts local patrons during nice weather and can be a great stopover for travelers too.
Christ Church Cathedral is located in the heart of downtown Nashville and is presided over by the bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee. This beautiful and historic church dates back to the early 19th Century. Visitors are welcome throughout the week and after Sunday services to tour the church as a historical site. The church's broad spectrum of educational and prayer ministries meet the needs of members and guests of all ages. Through a program called Sacred Space for the City, Christ Church Cathedral offers the use of its facilities for spiritual, educational, artistic, civic, and outreach opportunities to the local Nashville community regardless of religious affiliation. -Lynn-nore Chittom