The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County

The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County Discover stories of the downtown courthouse and the 1862 Battle of Murfreesboro through exhibits, programs, and tours--for free!

Our mission to is tell the engaging and compelling stories of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County to visitors and residents alike, with a special focus on Murfreesboro as a Civil War battlefield and key federal occupation base. We tell these stories through diverse exhibits, public programs, educational events, and downtown tours. The Heritage Center also serves as an orientation center directing v

isitors to historic and cultural sites, resources, and events throughout the county. The Heritage Center and all its events and services are free and open to the public.

The Heritage Center will be closing at 1 p.m. this afternoon while we host MTSU's Summer Alumni College. We look forward...
06/24/2026

The Heritage Center will be closing at 1 p.m. this afternoon while we host MTSU's Summer Alumni College. We look forward to reopening to visitors tomorrow morning!

We're excited to kick off our 17th annual MTSU Alumni Summer College! 🎉

This year, alumni and friends are joining us from across the country, including Florida, New York, Indiana, Wisconsin, Texas, Kentucky, and throughout Tennessee, for a three-day program celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial. 🇺🇸

Today’s activities include a tour of the The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County, a presentation on the Music of Liberty with Angela Tipps of the MTSU School of Music, and a special Taste of 1776 dinner featuring cider from alumni-owned Morning Glory Orchard. Guests will also enjoy a discussion from MTSU Honors College Dean Dr. John Vile, appearing as James Madison, fourth president of the U.S. and father of the Constitution!

As we begin another memorable Alumni Summer College, here’s a look back at our friends from last year’s program at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)! 💙

Stop by the Heritage Center today to pick up your free copy of our newest brochure, "Celebrating America 250 - Rutherfor...
06/10/2026

Stop by the Heritage Center today to pick up your free copy of our newest brochure, "Celebrating America 250 - Rutherford County"! Learn about the early years of the region and visit all the places where you can learn more about them. We're open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday - hope to see you soon!

Congratulations to Dr. Valeria Eadler for her Merit Award from the Tennessee Historical Commission for "A Century of Hea...
05/15/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Valeria Eadler for her Merit Award from the Tennessee Historical Commission for "A Century of Health: Transforming Lives in Tennessee." The Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County was pleased to host this exhibit and share in this award!

05/05/2026

This is a great way to experience Rutherford County's Revolutionary War history! Pick up your passport at any of the following locations:
La Vergne Public Library
Middle Tennessee State University Honors College
Oaklands Mansion
Rutherford County Convention and Visitors Bureau (RCCVB) Visitor Center
Sam Davis Home
Stones River National Battlefield

Be sure to take a selfie at Lytle Cemetery and then head to the Heritage Center of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County to get the cemetery stamp. We're open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hope to see you soon!

Address

225 W College Street
Murfreesboro, TN
37130

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+16152178013

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