Burwood, Tennessee facts for kids
Burwood, Tennessee, is a small place in the southwestern part of Williamson County, Tennessee. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county area.
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A Look Back: Burwood's History
Burwood has had a few different names over the years! It was first known as Williamsburg. Later, its name changed to Shaw. Finally, it became known as Burwood.
Burwood as a Trading Center
In the middle of the 1900s, Burwood was a busy rural community. It served as an important trading center for farmers living nearby. They would come to Burwood to buy and sell goods. However, over time, many businesses started to move to the larger city of Franklin.
Historic Buildings in Burwood
Burwood is home to two special buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are important historical sites that are protected.
- The John Pope House is one of these historic places.
- The Huff Store is the other important historical building in the community.
The Future of Burwood
In 2012, a new part of SR 840 opened near Burwood. This road is now called Interstate 840. People hoped that this new highway would bring more businesses and activity to the Burwood community.
