Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area
Murfreesboro, TN Hours and Location

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National Heritage Area

Operating Hours & Seasons

Various Visitor Centers

There are various visitor centers at sites throughout the heritage area. The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County, which houses our passport stamp and is located at 225 West College Street in Murfreesboro, is open from 10 to 3, Monday through Friday.

Standard Hours

• Sunday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM
• Monday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM
• Tuesday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM
• Wednesday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM
• Thursday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM
• Friday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM
• Saturday:12:00 AM-12:00 AM

Fees & Passes

Entrance Fees:

• $0.00 – N/A
  N/A

About

Telling the Whole Story of America’s Greatest Challenge, 1860-1875

Experience the powerful stories of military conflict in a divided state, the demands of the homefront and occupation, the freedom of emancipation, and the enduring legacies of Reconstruction at sites across the entire state of Tennessee.

Directions

The heritage corridor is located throughout the state of Tennessee.

Visitor Centers

The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County

The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County houses our passport stamp. There are other various visitor centers at sites throughout the heritage area.

Weather

The weather varies throughout the year and even throughout the day. Please check the National Weather Service information at http://www.weather.gov for forecast information.