Jennifer & Joshua
Things To Do
Stardust Drive In Theatre
If you have never been to a drive in, The Stardust is a must! You can see two movies for less than what you pay in the theatre! What's more awesome is that they play current films on the big screen. They've got great concessions, too!
Grand Ole Opry
If you don't have the opportunity to see a show, book a backstage tour via the Opry's website!
Opry Mills Shopping Center
If you can't find anything to do here, there are some serious problems. The bride and groom highly recommend utilizing the Lego Store...It's quite fun to make Lego people!
John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge
This bridge is how Josh and Jenn get into Nashville, even though they have to drive around the city to get to the parking lot (it's FREE parking!). The bridge offers an astounding view of the city and is named after one of Jenn's favorite historians.
Schermerhorn Symphony Center
This is one of Jennifer's favorite buildings in Nashville; it certainly helps that the symphony is one of Josh and Jenn's favorite places to visit,
Ascend Amphitheater
This is where Josh and Jenn went to see The Lumineers. They highly recommend both the amphitheater and The Lumineers.
The Broadway Strip
This is the stereotypical Nashville experience. There's a long history on Broadway; Cher was almost arrested in Tootsies. The Ryman is only a few steps off of Broadway, as are other museums and places to visit!
Ryman Auditorium
If you're going to Broadway, swing by the Ryman! Tours take place daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Funny Story: Josh works at TPAC; however, he may not have if Jennifer had not insisted they go see Postmodern Jukebox. While sitting in the theatre waiting for the show to start, Josh wondered if TPAC was hiring. TPAC was hiring; Josh had a job before he officially graduated college.
Centennial Park
If you're looking for history, the Parthenon is located here. With both a walkthrough museum of how an exact replica of the Parthenon and Athena Parthenos ended up staying in Nashville after the World's Fair and an art gallery underneath the main hall, there is plenty to entertain! Plus, you'll often find wildlife hanging out in the surrounding ponds.
The Flipside
This is where Josh asked Jenn if she wanted to go late one Saturday night... see the "How It All Began" section on the homepage to see how that went for Josh.
Nashville Zoo at Grassmere
Josh and Jenn love the Zoo! What is better than being out in the sunshine while petting a kangaroo? Be sure to check out the red pandas, as they are a favorite!
Burger Republic
As noted in "How It All Started," Burger Republic is where Josh and Jenn went on their first date. They highly recommend getting an ABC Milkshake!
Radnor Lake State Park
This is a beautiful hike! Josh and Jenn like to hike here because of the active wildlife (turkeys, turtles, and more), the great elevation changes, and especially the views.
Edwin & Percy Warner Parks
Josh and Jenn spend quite a bit of time in these parks. Deer are often found on the trails. Jennifer often likes to stop and play in the creeks or even the river if given the chance. The two like to hike up to a quiet place and throw up the hammock for some sunbathing time.
Lotz House Museum
Jennifer once gave tours at the Lotz house for extra credit in college; it was a large part of sparking her love of public history. Fun fact: One of the boys that lived in this house invented the vacuum; some dude named Hoover paid for it all though.
Carter House
The Carter House proudly is still standing despite the amount of bullet holes that it has; this was the first building knocked on by the Confederate officers before the Battle of Franklin ensued (it quickly became the front line of the battle).
Carnton Plantation
The Carnton is beautiful. Despite many saying they feel Mrs. McGavock's presence or the fact that the home became a field hospital, the place is decidedly not haunted.