Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro is a county seat in Rutherford County, Tennessee, spreading across a mix of residential and commercial districts about 34 miles southeast of Nashville. The town sits in gently rolling terrain where wide roads and tree-lined avenues connect parks, shopping centers, and neighborhoods.

The town served as the state capital of Tennessee from 1818 to 1826 before the government moved permanently to Nashville. During the Civil War, the area witnessed the Battle of Stones River, one of the bloodiest engagements in the Western Theater.

The town square hosts a weekly farmers market where locals gather on Saturday mornings to buy produce and handcrafted goods. Many residents refer to the area as a gateway between rolling farmland and suburban neighborhoods along the interstate.

Visitors can reach most points of interest by car, as parking lots are widely available near shops and public buildings. Warmer months are comfortable for walking along the riverfront paths and through the town parks.

The Stones River National Battlefield preserves the site of the fighting and offers trails through open fields where visitors can spot cannons and monuments. The central cemetery gathers graves of soldiers who fell during the battle.

Location: Rutherford County

Inception: 1811

Elevation above the sea: 186 m

Website: https://murfreesborotn.gov

GPS coordinates: 35.84611,-86.39194

Latest update: December 4, 2025 19:02