Metro Parks and Metro Historical Commission are hosting “A Night for Fort Negley” on Tuesday, November 9 at Rose Park Middle School to kick off the first community meeting for the Fort Negley Master Plan.
Fort Negley Park is a 64-acre park in the heart of Nashville. Recognized as one of the nation’s most important historical sites, it is home to distinct natural and cultural assets and was designated a ‘Site of Memory’ by the UNESCO Slave Route Project in 2019. The community is encouraged to attend this interactive event to share their thoughts on how best to preserve, maintain, honor, and enhance this sacred space.
The evening will honor the past and envision the future of Fort Negley Park and will begin with an expert panel featuring:
- Dr. Learotha Williams, Professor of African American and Public History at Tennessee State University
- Dr. Carole Bucy, Davidson County Historian and Professor of History at Volunteer State Community College
- Krista Castillo, Museum Coordinator at the Fort Negley Visitor Center and Park
- Gary Burke, 13th United States Colored Troops Living History Association
Chris Cotton, board member for the Friends of Fort Negley, will be the moderator.
Immediately following the panel, attendees will be invited to participate in activities where they can share their memories, provide insight, and learn more about the master planning process.