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Old Jefferson ~ 1.5 miles
at the intersection of Nissan Parkway (U.S. 102) and Jeferson Pike (TN 266), Smyrna,
TN ,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
35° 59' 43.62",
-86° 29' 34.859976"
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Tennessee State
Historical Marker
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William Nash opened the first store here in 1803; first country courthouse was here in 1804, following first meeting of court at Thomas Rucker's house. It was a stopping place on the Georgia Road, & an important river port & trading post. In 1811, the county seat moved to Murfreesboro; thereafter, until 1815, the courthouse housed Jefferson Seminary of Learning.
Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission
Last updated: 2/14/2015 15:17:00 |
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Old Jefferson ~ 1.5 miles Historical Marker Location Map, Smyrna, Tennessee Map
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