Little Nashville, Alabama facts for kids
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Little Nashville, Alabama
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 Little Nashville, Alabama
Location in Alabama
Little Nashville, Alabama
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alabama |
| County | Jackson |
| Elevation | 630 ft (190 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 156615 |
Little Nashville is a ghost town located in Jackson County, Alabama, United States. A ghost town is a place where most people have left, leaving behind empty buildings. This old settlement was built along the Paint Rock River. Near it, there's a hilly area called "Little Nashville Point."
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History of Little Nashville
How Little Nashville Got Its Name
Little Nashville got its name from a special bridge. This bridge was made of steel and built in Nashville, Tennessee. It stretched across the Paint Rock River right where the town was. Because of this, the settlement became known as "Little Nashville."
A Thriving Village
Long ago, Little Nashville was a busy and successful village. People lived and worked there, making it an important place in the area.
Buildings and the Civil War
Some old homes in Little Nashville were very special. One house was a great example of Queen Anne style architecture, which is a fancy way of building with towers and decorative details.
Another important building was The Browning House, built around 1850. This house was located just west of Little Nashville. During the American Civil War, it was used as a hospital for the Union Army. Soldiers who were hurt in battles would have been cared for there.
Little Nashville Farm
Today, a large property called Little Nashville Farm is located where the old settlement used to be. This farm covers about 972 acres (393 hectares). It is known as an "Alabama Treasure Forest," which means it's a well-managed forest that provides many benefits, like timber and wildlife habitats.
