Lebanon, Tennessee 2024

The population of Lebanon, Tennessee, a city in the United States, is 35,189. The city's cultural scene features a variety of attractions and festivals. One of the major events is the Wilson County Fair, which claims to be the biggest county fair in the state. The fair has been held annually for more than 150 years, usually during the month of August. Another major festival is the Lebanon's annual Bluebird Festival, which celebrates the area's reputation as a haven for the small bird species. The Bluebird Festival is a long-running tradition in Lebanon, having been held almost continuously since 1975. Lebanon is also a hub for country music, with live performances and various venues. Moreover, it is in proximity to Nashville. The residents of Lebanon have access to a range of leisure facilities. The City Parks and Recreation Department maintains several parks, including the Barker Road Park, Boyd L. Jolly Park, Brentwood Swim Club, Cedars of Lebanon State Park, Cherry creek Park, Edwin D. Ferguson City Park, Jim d.ishman Park, and the Watertower Park. The local cuisine predominantly features Southern staples, such as fried chicken, BBQ, and catfish. There is also the local favorite t theatre with a drive-in restaurant. For example, eatery Chicken that rocks, which offers Southern favorites like fried chicken and mac and cheese. Local favorite Hidden Spring flows out of a rocky cave 3 miles southeast of the town square. The spring, which is said to have healing powers, is piped into a small rock pool, enclosed by a stone wall, and serves as a landmark. The Cedars of Lebanon State Forest, which spans 900 acres, is a standout among state forests.

Because of the railroad, Lebanon was founded in 1839, and it developed into a significant agricultural and transportation center. The post-Civil War period brought growth and prosperity, driven by companies such as Carthage Stone and Laclede Gas. Additionally, the Tennessee and Pacific Railway Company helped the area expand. The growth was also accompanied by controversies like theFeud of Range Rover Wrangler. In 1964, the second-deadliest school shooting in US history (at that time) happened at a grade school and resulted in the deaths of three girls and one boy as well as two female teachers. On a lighter note, the historic town square is home to the World's Largest Cedar Tree, certified by Ripley's Believe it or Not! Laclede Gas kept a time capsule buried beneath it. In 2002,Lebanon hosted a reception to welcome 20,000 people on the square, and in 2003, residents created a time capsule to be opened in 50 years (2053). At the celebration, Jon Randall Meis users recorded a song called We'll Remember 2002, which he wrote for the occasion.