Looking for something fun to do near Brentwood, Tennessee? Following are some things you might want to consider... Brentwood, TN Things To Do There's obviously a lot to see & do in and around Brentwood TN, but here are some of the most popular attractions in the area: … [Read more...]
If you have never visited the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, you are truly missing out. This zoo is more than just a few animal exhibits, it is an exciting place to run wild! My family became members after our first visit because we had so much fun. During the summer months in particular, there are few better places to take your children and I think that you will agree that the membership is worth the expense. The biggest draw for us was the zoo membership pricing. I have a family of … [Read more...]
Q: I will be visiting Nashville with my kids this summer. What child-friendly activities or attractions would you recommend? A: Nashville is full of fun things to do with kids! Here's a short list of places kids love to visit in Nashville, from one mom to another. I've included links, suggestions, and videos to make planning a fun summer vacation even easier! … [Read more...]
As a new gardener, I love seeing professional gardens in bloom. Local gardens show me exactly which plants work in Brentwood and Nashville. Here are a few local spots where gardeners can go for inspiration... For starters, the demonstration gardens at Ellington Agricultural Center are gorgeous. They're planted by Master Gardeners and by Tennessee agricultural experts. I never would have imagined a rustic arbor lush with...bean plants. My kids would love a backyard … [Read more...]
At first, I thought this reproduction outhouse was an interesting curiosity. Outhouses were, after all, one of two bathroom alternatives in pre-plumbing days. (The other option was a chamber pot.) But when I read the warning at the bottom of the historical notes, I had to laugh! Where else but Tennessee? I'm allowed to poke fun because I'm a native! The outhouse is as much a cultural symbol as the Grand Ole Opry or the tune of Rocky Top. … [Read more...]
Tucked behind the Nashville Zoo is Grassmere, a historic Tennessee estate. The two remaining members of the Croft family bequeathed it as a nature study center. Now, you can tour the historic Croft House and farm as part of your Nashville Zoo visit. Or, take a virtual walking tour of the historic Croft House and farm below. … [Read more...]
My family LOVES the Nashville Zoo. It's a beautifully designed oasis, carved from a family farm that was donated to the city. The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere is easy to find on Nolensville Road, just south of Nashville off I-65 OR I-24. Here's a map and directions to the Nashville Zoo. The Zoo is open every day except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. HERE ARE OUR 10 INSIDER TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR NASHVILLE ZOO VISIT: … [Read more...]
As any kid can tell you, the Nashville Zoo's Jungle Gym might be the coolest playground in the world. Just imagine how tall this log play structure appears to a child! The Jungle Gym is so sprawling, I couldn't fit its many angles into one shot. I wish I had taken enough photos to show you all its serpentine twists and turns. Why So Special? Here are a few of the Nashville Zoo playground's finest features: … [Read more...]
What's more fun than hunting Easter eggs? Why, hunting for more Easter eggs, of course! We've been gathering a basket of Easter fun, ourselves. Here are listings of Easter egg hunts convenient to Brentwood, Williamson County, and Nashville... … [Read more...]
When the kids need to burn some energy, find a Brentwood playground nearby and take a mom-break. You'll all feel better. Here are our mom-tested reviews of the best playgrounds in and around Brentwood! … [Read more...]
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