Donelson, Tennessee facts for kids

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Country	United States
State	Tennessee
County	Davidson
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
Zip codes	37076, 37214, 37229
Area code(s)	615, 629

Donelson is a lively neighborhood located in Nashville, Tennessee. It's about 6 miles (10 km) east of downtown Nashville. You can find it along U.S. Route 70.

This area is named after John Donelson. He was one of the people who helped start Nashville. John Donelson was also the father-in-law of Andrew Jackson. Andrew Jackson later became the seventh President of the United States. Donelson is part of Nashville's city government. This is because Nashville and Davidson County have a combined government.

History of Donelson

Donelson has a rich history, especially from the early days of settlement.

Early Settlements and Battles

The Donelson area was once home to Buchanan's Station. This was an important fort for early settlers. In the past, Native American groups, including the Cherokee and Creek Indians, tried to push settlers out. They hoped to destroy Nashville.

However, the settlers at Buchanan's Station fought bravely. Even though they were greatly outnumbered, they managed to defend their fort. They eventually drove the attackers away. Today, you can still find the Buchanan cemetery. It is located at Elm Hill Pike and Massman Drive.

Growth and Development

In the 1880s, Donelson became a stop on the Tennessee and Pacific Railroad. It was just south of a small village called McWhirtersville. Donelson really started to grow after World War II. Its location near Nashville's airport helped it expand a lot.

Donelson also had one of the first "strip malls." This was a new type of shopping center called Donelson Plaza.

Oldest Neighborhoods

Bluefields is the oldest neighborhood in Donelson. Building homes there started in 1929. By the end of 1938, many homes were built. The last part of Bluefields, called Bluefield Square, was built in the 1970s. This area was once a dairy farm. The Bluefields Historic District was added to a special list of historic places in 2016. This list is called the National Register of Historic Places listings in Davidson County, Tennessee.

Modern Donelson

Today, Donelson is known for its homes built after World War II. Many are red brick, ranch-style houses. In recent years, new homes have been built in empty spaces. This is partly because of new sewer systems.

The area became even more popular in the late 1960s. This was when Percy Priest Lake was created on the Stones River. The lake offers many fun activities in the summer.

Donelson was once home to Opryland USA. This was a popular theme park that closed in 1997. Now, that land is home to the Opry Mills shopping mall. It also has the famous Grand Ole Opry. Donelson is often thought of with the nearby neighborhood of Hermitage. They even share a business group called a Chamber of Commerce.

Local Businesses and Future Growth

Donelson has many small and medium-sized local businesses. A local group called Hip Donelson helps promote the community. Donelson is also home to a large Christian publishing company. A new branch of Nashville State University is here too. Plus, there are many hotels for tourists and business travelers using the airport.

Donelson is becoming a very popular place to live. Many people think it will grow a lot in the coming years. In 2016, a website called Realtor.com said Donelson was one of the most desirable places to live in the United States. Donelson is one of about 26 neighborhoods around Nashville.

It's hard to know the exact number of people living in Donelson. However, the area often matches the United States Postal Service's ZIP code 37214. In 2016, about 30,230 people lived in this zip code. Donelson also has a train station for the WeGo Star commuter rail line. This train started running in 2006.

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  First Baptist Church of Donelson

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  Ellendale's Restaurant in Donelson

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  Donelson Bowl

Geography

Donelson is located right next to Nashville International Airport.

Climate in Donelson

The average yearly temperature at Nashville International Airport is about 60.8 degrees Fahrenheit (16 degrees Celsius). The weather changes throughout the year. January is usually the coldest month, averaging about 39.6 degrees Fahrenheit (4.2 degrees Celsius). July is the warmest, averaging about 80.7 degrees Fahrenheit (27.1 degrees Celsius).

The temperature usually changes a lot between day and night. This difference is called diurnal temperature variation. Donelson has a climate with hot summers and mild winters. It also has a long growing season for plants. Rain falls throughout the year, but there are slight changes. The wettest months are from February to July. The driest months are from August to January.

See also

In Spanish: Donelson para niños