Bon Aqua, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bon Aqua, Tennessee
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U.S. Post office in Bon Aqua
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 Bon Aqua, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
Bon Aqua, Tennessee
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Hickman |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
37025
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| Area code(s) | 931 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1305340 |
Bon Aqua is a small community in Hickman County, Tennessee, United States. It's called an unincorporated community because it doesn't have its own city government. Bon Aqua is located in the northern part of Hickman County. It also reaches into parts of Dickson and Williamson counties.
Bon Aqua has its own post office with the ZIP code 37025. This post office has been open for a very long time, since March 5, 1842!
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The Name Bon Aqua
The name "Bon Aqua" means "good water" in Latin. The community was given this name because of a special mineral spring nearby. A mineral spring is a natural spring where water flows out of the ground and contains dissolved minerals.
Bon Aqua Springs Historic District
In the past, people would visit Bon Aqua for its "good water." There was even a resort built around the mineral springs. Today, you can still see parts of this old resort. These preserved areas are known as the Bon Aqua Springs Historic District. This district is so important that it's listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Famous Connections
Bon Aqua has some interesting historical connections, especially to famous people.
Phillip Van Horn Weems
A man named Phillip Van Horn Weems once owned the Bon Aqua Springs property. He was a major in the 11th Tennessee during a major historical conflict. Sadly, he passed away during a battle. Later, his remains were brought back to Bon Aqua and buried in a family cemetery near Bon Aqua Springs.
Johnny Cash's Farm
The famous country music legend Johnny Cash owned Phillip Van Horn Weems' old farmhouse for more than 30 years! He loved the area.
The Storytellers Museum
Today, a special place in Bon Aqua is called The Storytellers Museum. This building used to be a general store and a recording studio where Johnny Cash would sometimes hold local concerts. Now, it's a popular landmark that tells stories about music and the community.
