Cannonsburgh Village, Murfreesboro: Hours, Address, Cannonsburgh Village Reviews: 4.5/5
Cannonsburgh Village
Cannonsburgh Village
4.5
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
About
Historic Cannonsburgh Village is located on 6 acres in Murfreesboro, and represents approximately 100 years of rural Tennessee life from the 1830s to the 1930s. The village features a gristmill, schoolhouse, telephone operator’s house, the University House, the Leeman House, a museum, a caboose, the wedding chapel, a doctor’s office, general store, working blacksmith’s shop, a well, and other points of interest, including the World’s Largest Cedar Bucket! The village is open May 1 through Dec. 1, Tuesday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Sundays from 1 until 4 p.m. The village is closed December through April, although the grounds are open year-round. Guided tours are available for a small fee, but self-guided tours are free. The Visitor Center has a variety of items for sale including crafts from over 20 local artists, postcards, T-shirts, snacks, drinks and souvenirs.
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350 within 3 miles

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51 within 6 miles

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7
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Center for the Arts
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Popular mentions
4.5
236 reviews
Excellent
139
Very good
70
Average
24
Poor
2
Terrible
1
Esther S
Troutdale, OR72 contributions
Solo
Fascinating!! Interesting!! Educational!! Local history. Relaxing walking the grounds and looking at old historical buildings.
Written June 2, 2022
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Thank you for visiting Cannonsburgh Village. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
Written June 28, 2022
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Jeff K
Murphy, NC192 contributions
Great history in this reconstructed old village. Small enough so most anymore can easily walk the whole village in a half day or so.
Written May 23, 2022
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Thank you for visiting Cannonsburgh Village. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
Written June 28, 2022
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luke
Christiana, TN8 contributions
Couples
Interesting but kind of boring at the same time. The tractors make an interesting display. Just a random collection of old buildings with little historical connection.
Written May 22, 2022
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Thank you for visiting Cannonsburgh Village. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
Written June 28, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
runningspots
New Orleans, LA122 contributions
Friends
Fun little area in Murfreesboro. A great way to kill an hour and see how people lived long ago. We went on a Friday at 4 and at 5 food trucks and some vendors were out selling their wares.
Written August 23, 2021
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Thank you for visiting Cannonsburgh Village. We look forward to seeing you in the future.
Written June 28, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
lamarbradley
Nashville, TN776 contributions
Very neat place that you are not likely to find unless you search it out. What Greenfield Village is to Dearborn, Michigan, Cannonsburgh Village is to Murfreesboro. Cannonsburgh Village contains a collections of buildings relocated or recreated at this site to give a glimpse into Tennessee life in days gone by. Takr your time and see it all. It contains a shed with with a tremendous collection of farm tractors and a very nice museum located in what was once a cotton warehouse. The Village is free to visit. We were told that during normal times they would have people there dressed in period clothing, but covid had made that difficult. Buildings have placards with information telling about them and there is a brochure that guides you through the Village.
Written November 9, 2020
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APompa13
Lexington, KY67 contributions
Had a little bit of time to kill so decided to explore Cannonsburgh. It's a free entry site with a collection of buildings that showcase some of TN history. The collection of antique tractors was particularly cool.
Written September 22, 2020
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JStubbs8
Radcliff, KY9 contributions
Couples
Was really impressed on how wheelchair friendly this entire place was! I would highly recommend this place and would love to return when they can give tours again!
Written September 7, 2020
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Thank you for visiting Cannonsburgh Village we look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
Written September 9, 2020
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Jr DLF
Edinburg, TX118 contributions
Family
This place is a great little hidden gem. Really well kept. It’s got a small gift shop at the entrance. The attendants inside were courteous and attentive. You take a stroll through the little village with several buildings, train caboose, humongous cedar bucket and a antique tractor display. We loved this place. Spent about 1-2 hours here.
Written August 3, 2020
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Thank you for visiting Cannonsburgh Village, we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Written September 9, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Scenic372041
Murfreesboro, TN4 contributions
Love this little original old town& chappel. I enjoyed the old pictures in the train station. All of the little homes and building. Great destination for shindigs!
Written July 29, 2020
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Thank you for Visiting Cannonsburgh, we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Written September 9, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Regi Alexander
1 contribution
Couples
Do you ever have actors? When I was small, there were people that acted there. They would make soap, horse shoes, someone would be cooking in the kitchen, they would have a garden, and much more.
Yesterday when I visit, it was nice but I was missing all the actors that made it look like the old days.
Yesterday when I visit, it was nice but I was missing all the actors that made it look like the old days.
Written June 19, 2020
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Hi, We do have re-enactors during our festivals which are normally in April and October. We've cancelled all of the festivals for 2020. We look forward to 2021. Please come and visit us during one of our festivals.
Written September 9, 2020
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bevmik
Dyersburg, TN212 contributions
Can you walk around the village in April? I wanted to check it out on the 2nd
Crissy T
Clarksville, TN1 contribution
Hi, Crissy. What would you like to know about this attraction?
When does it re-open? Is there a History Group in Murfreesboro? (new to the area, myself)....
Crissy T
How much does it cost?
sheliahodges H
Murfreesboro, TN
There is no fee to enter please call ahead to make sure we do not have a rental. 615-890-0355. Thank you
fireball92771
Mississippi230 contributions
Planning a day trip to this area...can anyone tell me if the picnic area at Cannonsburgh Village has grills?
sheliahodges H
Murfreesboro, TN
We only have picnic tables at Cannosnburgh and yes there are picnic tables and grills at Old Fort Park. Please call ahead to make sure we do not have a rental on the day of your visit. thanks so much Shelia
What are the hours of operation? Does it cost to visit the site?
clemson_grad79
north_alabama522 contributions
we strolled around and didn't pay anything
Monkey P
Clarksville, TN22 contributions
Can u walk dog on leash
sheliahodges H
Murfreesboro, TN
Absolutely you can walk your dog with a lease. During a festival there are restrictions please call ahead to see if Pets are allowed if you are attending a festival on the grounds. Thanks
April P
Maynardville, Tennessee, United States
Is the village available for self guided tours at this time?
sheliahodges H
Murfreesboro, TN
The buildings are closed til April 25th but the grounds are open year round. Thank you
Frequently Asked Questions about Cannonsburgh Village
- Cannonsburgh Village is open:
- Tue - Fri 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Hotels near Cannonsburgh Village:
- (0.68 mi) Carriage Lane Inn
- (0.38 mi) Rodeway Inn
- (0.44 mi) Childress House: The Magnolia on Lytle | Historic Charm + Modern Updates
- (1.80 mi) Sleep Inn Murfreesboro
- (2.29 mi) Hyatt Place Murfreesboro
- Restaurants near Cannonsburgh Village:
- (0.11 mi) Camino Real
- (0.23 mi) The Alley on Main
- (0.13 mi) Captain D's
- (0.14 mi) Fresh Kabob Gyro
- (0.14 mi) Tzki