Gladeville, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gladeville, Tennessee
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Shops along Stewarts Ferry Pike in Gladeville
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| Nickname(s):
The Glade
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Wilson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.53 sq mi (11.73 km2) |
| • Land | 4.53 sq mi (11.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,189 |
| • Density | 262.53/sq mi (101.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 615 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1285481 |
Gladeville is a small community in Wilson County, Tennessee. It is not a city, but an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government.
The community gets its name from the "cedar glades" nearby. These are special natural areas. They have thin soil where unique plants and animals live. Gladeville is located near Interstate 840. It is about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Mt. Juliet.
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Discovering Gladeville's Past
Gladeville was founded in 1852. It began on land that belonged to Benjamin Hooker Jr. The community grew steadily for several years. However, the Civil War (1861-1865) slowed its growth.
The first post office in Gladeville opened in 1855. John M. Bland was the first postmaster. A postmaster is in charge of a post office.
Famous People from Gladeville
One famous person from Gladeville was Sid Harkreader (1898–1988). He was a talented fiddler. He played music at the famous Grand Ole Opry.
Sports and Entertainment in Gladeville
Gladeville is home to the Nashville Superspeedway. This is a large track where car races are held.
In the 1980s and 1990s, Gladeville was a big center for softball. Many large tournaments happened here. These events took place in the spring and summer. By the mid-2000s, this activity stopped.
Today, the softball field is still used. Youth teams play there. For example, the Diamond Dawgs baseball teams use it. They have competitive traveling teams for 11U and 12U players.
Exploring Gladeville's Downtown
Gladeville has a small downtown area. It is located where Gladeville Road and Stewarts Ferry Pike meet. You can find several restaurants and businesses there. It's a place where people gather and shop.
Understanding Natural Events
On November 18, 2017, an EF-1 tornado hit the community. A tornado is a powerful, spinning column of air. An EF-1 tornado is considered a weaker type.
Education in Gladeville
Students in Gladeville attend schools run by Wilson County Schools.
- Elementary School: Gladeville Elementary School
- Middle School: Gladeville Middle School
- High School: Wilson Central High School
