Evergreen Cemetery, Historic military cemetery in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, US
Description
Evergreen Cemetery is a military burial site in Murfreesboro with mature maple, oak, and magnolia trees throughout its grounds. The property includes numerous gravestones representing burials from many different periods and regions.
History
The cemetery was founded in 1872 when a doctor donated land for burial purposes. A designated area was later developed to honor fallen soldiers from a major conflict.
Culture
This place serves as a gathering site where families remember their loved ones and honor the past. The grounds function as a living memorial where people come to reflect on the lives of those buried here.
Practical
Visitors can walk freely across the grounds during daylight hours and will find paths running between rows of graves. An office on site provides information and guidance for those looking to locate specific burial sites.
Did you know?
Researchers used special scanning technology to discover unmarked graves hidden beneath the surface. This discovery led to the creation of a new memorial monument installed in 2023 to honor those whose names had been forgotten.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Murfreesboro).
Johnny "Red" Floyd Stadium
2.2 km
Hazen Brigade Monument
4.2 km
Oaklands Historic House Museum
1.3 kmDiscovery Center at Murfree Spring
3.2 km
Rutherford County Courthouse
2.6 km
Bradley Academy Museum
2.9 km
Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church
2.7 km
Childress-Ray House
2.3 km
Collier-Crichlow House
2.5 km
John C. Spence House
2.1 km
Arnold-Harrell House
3.4 km
Collier-Lane-Crichlow House
2.1 km
Landsberger-Gerhardt House
2.1 km
Gen. Joseph B. Palmer House
2.5 km
Fortress Rosecrans
3.2 kmStones River Cinemas
3.9 kmRoxy Theatre
2.6 kmCheri Theatre
3.8 kmStones River Country Club
3.2 kmOld Fort Golf Course
3.8 kmTodds Lake
5.2 kmChurch Street Gallery
2.5 kmMurfreesboro Art League
3 kmBlue Horseshoe
2.5 kmJames "Boots" Donnelly Statue
2 kmStatue, Work of art
2.5 kmRedoubt Brannan (Fortress Rosecrans)
2.7 kmScenic viewpoint
4.5 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes