College Grove, Tennessee facts for kids
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College Grove
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College Grove Community Center and R.L. Windrow Gymnasium, December 2013.
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 College Grove
Location in Tennessee
College Grove
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| Counties | Williamson |
| Elevation | 733 ft (223 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
37046
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College Grove is a small, mostly rural area located in Williamson County, Tennessee. It's found near the towns of Franklin and Murfreesboro. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
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History of College Grove
How College Grove Began
Williamson County was created in 1799. College Grove was one of the very first communities to form in this new county. Between 1880 and 1920, more people moved to College Grove.
College Grove During the Civil War
In the spring of 1861, a group of soldiers called the Webb Guards was formed. These soldiers came from College Grove and nearby towns like Triune and Bethesda. They became part of the 20th Tennessee Volunteer Infantry and fought in the American Civil War.
Life in the 1880s
By the 1880s, College Grove had about 100 people living there. The community had several businesses that were important for farming. There were three cotton gins, which separated cotton fibers from their seeds. There were also two mills that processed corn and sawed wood. People could buy supplies at two general stores, and a wagon maker helped with transportation.
Historic Buildings in College Grove
Many buildings in College Grove are important because of their history. Some of them are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes places that are special because of their history, architecture, or what happened there.
Important Historic Sites
- The Bank of College Grove: This old bank building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, a different bank uses the building.
- College Grove Methodist Church: This church is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's a beautiful example of old architecture.
Other Notable Places Nearby
Several other historic places are located in or very close to College Grove:
- William Allison House: This historic home is located a couple of miles south of College Grove on U.S. Route 31A.
- Bostick Female Academy: This academy, which was a school for girls, is listed as being in College Grove. It's actually located on U.S. Route 41A in Triune.
- William Ogilvie House: This house is about a mile south of College Grove on U.S. Route 31A.
- Dr. Urban Owen House: Another historic home found on U.S. Route 31A.
- Parks Place: This site is located on Cox Road.
Famous People from College Grove
Many interesting people have connections to College Grove:
- Meredith Poindexter Gentry: He was a politician who served in the United States Congress before the Civil War. Later, he became a member of the Confederate Congress during the war.
- Keith Bilbrey: You might know him from TV or radio! He was a famous announcer for the Grand Ole Opry, a very well-known country music show.
- WhistlinDiesel: This person is an internet star who makes popular videos on YouTube. He uses a property in College Grove for filming his videos.
- Bruce Bochy: He is a very successful baseball manager. He is expected to be honored in the Baseball Hall of Fame, which is a special place for the greatest people in baseball history.
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Topographical sketch with College Grove and vicinity circa 1861–1865.
