Posts by Nashville History On Tour

As we continue our celebration of Black History month, we take a closer look at Nashville and the role the city played with the Negro League. Nashville has a rich tradition when it comes to those players who were not allowed to play in the Major league. So we went to Nashville Historian David Ewing…

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On what marks the 67th anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case that ruled racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional, the Nashville Public Education Foundation has revealed its latest project aimed at creating schools where all students can thrive. This is the trailer for a 60-minute documentary,…

In conjunction with an exhibit at the Parthenon Museum on the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, the State Museum welcomes attorney David Ewing, a well-known local historian, collector, and blogger. Recognized for his social media brand, “The Nashville I Wish I Knew,” and his extensive collection and research, Ewing is well respected for his passion and knowledge…

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Nashville’s role in the 1960s Civil Rights Movement with two distinguished Nashville historians, David Ewing and Dr. Reavis Mitchell, History Professor from Fisk University. Join us for an in-depth conversation about this significant time period in our city’s history.

Metro Council Members approved a resolution that requested the Metro Parks Board correct and update the name of Fred Douglas Park to Frederick Douglass Park. The vote happened in just seconds Tuesday night, but for some it was a moment more than 80 years in the making.