Nashville Parthenon, Nashville

4.3

#4 of 30 in Museums in Nashville

Architectural Building · Art Museum

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Experience Ancient Greece in the heart of Tennessee at Nashville Parthenon, a full-scale replica of the original structure in Athens. The impressive imitation was built in 1897 as part of the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, no doubt influenced by Nashville's moniker, "Athens of the South." Examine the plaster replica of the Parthenon Marbles and the imposing statue of Athena Parthenos. Nashville native Alan LeQuire needed eight years to complete the 13 m (42 ft) tall Athena statue. The building also serves as an art museum with a permanent collection of 63 paintings by 19th- and 20th-century American artists. Plan your visit to Nashville Parthenon and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our Nashville journey planner.

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By yovannagarcia

Breath taking! First thing on our list and it was amazing! I loved walking around the park and snapping pictures outside! Highly recommend going inside to see the Athena statue! It was our first time.... more

Breath taking! First thing on our list and it was amazing! I loved walking around the park and snapping pictures outside! Highly recommend going inside to see the Athena statue! It was our first time.... more »
By SandEseetheworld

We enjoyed our stop here while in Nashville. Our kids were amazed at the structure, and the park around it was an added bonus. We did not go in, as it was a Sunday morning, but we will do so next...

We enjoyed our stop here while in Nashville. Our kids were amazed at the structure, and the park around it was an added bonus. We did not go in, as it was a Sunday morning, but we will do so next... more »

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By Monique Rodriguez

Loved it! Wish I would’ve gone during the daytime to first enjoy the park and then visit inside as it gets dark out. Worth the $10. Fairly quick if you don’t stop to read all the information pertaining to the exhibits. I do, it’s informative and descriptive enough to allow you to transport in time! Recommend! Go for it!

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By Dee K

Definitely, definitely a must see when visiting Nashville- Such a beautiful structure! The process and history are very fascinating. Although we visited on a bitter cold day, we spent a fair amount of time on the outside and inside exploring. The way the old remnants are displayed at the end of the museum were presented very nicely so you could see what part they came from the top frame of the building. The park is also quite tranquil, it’d be an ideal place to read a book or just relax. We’ll be back to visit on a warmer day for sure!

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