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Murfreesboro is a city located in Rutherford County in the U.S. state of Tennessee, with a population of 151,304 as of 2021. Murfreesboro is the seventh-largest city in Tennessee and one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. It is home to Middle Tennessee State University.

History

Murfreesboro was founded in 1811 and named after Colonel Hardy Murfree, who was the owner of the town site. During the Civil War in 1862, Murfreesboro was the site of the Battle of Stones River, a major battle between the Union Army and Confederate troops. The city saw growth and development in the early 1900s. In the 1950s and 1960s, Murfreesboro became a regional economic hub and center of higher education.

Geography

Murfreesboro is located at 35°50′46′′N 86°23′31′′W. It has a total area of 60.9 square miles, all land. Murfreesboro is located in a productive farming region, with corn and tobacco being the primary crops grown.

Notable landmarks in Murfreesboro include:

• Rutherford County Courthouse - One South Public Square, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, (615) 898-7831
• Oaklands Historic House Museum - 900 North Maney Ave, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, (615) 893-0022
• Cannonsburgh Village - 312 S Front St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130, (615) 890-0355

Demographics

According to the 2020 census, Murfreesboro had a population of 151,304 people. The racial makeup of the city was 75.5% White, 15.5% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 3.8% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.2% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race made up 6.5% of the population.

Economy

Some of the major employers in Murfreesboro include Middle Tennessee State University, Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital, National Healthcare Corporation, State Farm Operations Center, and Amazon.com. Major industries include education, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and insurance.

For more information on Murfreesboro's economy, visit the Murfreesboro Economic Development website.

Attractions

Some of the top attractions and things to do in Murfreesboro include:

• Oaklands Historic House Museum - Antebellum mansion with historic exhibits and gardens
• Cannonsburgh Village - Pioneer village with log cabins and demonstrations
• Discovery Center at Murfree Spring - Interactive children's museum and nature center
• MTSU City Cafe Concert Hall - Music venue on Middle Tennessee State University campus
• Shopping at The Avenue Murfreesboro - Open-air shopping center

For more on things to do and see in Murfreesboro, visit the Murfreesboro tourism website.

Sports

Murfreesboro is home to several college athletics teams through Middle Tennessee State University, including the MTSU Blue Raiders football team. Murfreesboro also has a minor league baseball team, the Murfreesboro Outlaws.

Transportation

The primary airport serving Murfreesboro is the Nashville International Airport, located about 30 miles away. For public transportation, Murfreesboro has a public bus system called Rover.

Education

Public education in Murfreesboro is overseen by Murfreesboro City Schools and Rutherford County Schools.

Murfreesboro City Schools operates eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school in Murfreesboro:

• Murfreesboro City Schools
• Address: 2552 South Church Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
• Phone: (615) 893-2313

Rutherford County Schools operates many schools in Murfreesboro and surrounding areas:

• Rutherford County Schools
• Address: 2240 Southpark Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
• Phone: (615) 893-5812

Higher education options include Middle Tennessee State University and Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology.

Local Government

Murfreesboro is part of Rutherford County. The county government website is www.rutherfordcountytn.gov and their address is:

Rutherford County Government
1 South Public Square
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
(615) 898-7771

Additional Local Resources

Here are some other useful local resources in Murfreesboro:

• Rutherford County Library System - Public libraries located throughout the county
• Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation - Parks, trails, community centers, and recreation facilities
• Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital - Full-service hospital and trauma center
• Murfreesboro City Government Facebook page
• Murfreesboro YMCA - Community programs and services

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