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Spring Hill Considers Purchase of Historic Ferguson Hall for Preservation and Community Use

Issue #219

23 Sep

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📰 Spring Hill Considers Purchase of Historic Ferguson Hall for Preservation and Community Use

🚂 Free Train Rides at Maury County Park This Week! 

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

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Tuesday, September 24th

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Thursday, September 26th

Friday, September 27th

Saturday, September 28th

Spring Hill Considers Purchase of Historic Ferguson Hall for Preservation and Community Use

The potential purchase and future use of one of Spring Hill's historic landmarks, Ferguson Hall, was discussed by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen this month. The 19th-century building, located off U.S. Highway 31, has served various roles over the years, from private residence to schools, churches, and even as a U.S. Army headquarters during the Battle of Spring Hill.

Most recently, Ferguson Hall was part of the Tennessee Children's Home until the nonprofit relocated in 2021. The surrounding property is set for redevelopment as Kedron Square, a mixed-use community. However, the future of Ferguson Hall itself remains uncertain.

Eric Jacobson, CEO of the Battle of Franklin Trust, joined Spring Hill Public Library Director Dana Juriew and Historical Commission Chair Alicia Fitts to explore potential uses for the historic site. Fitts emphasized the importance of preserving the legacy of the Cheairs family, who owned Ferguson Hall and are connected to several other historic structures in Spring Hill.

Juriew proposed using Ferguson Hall to expand the library’s archive, which dates back to 1975, providing a space to store and preserve artifacts and historical documents. The building could also serve as a central point for community events, blending Spring Hill’s rich history with its rapidly evolving landscape.

While no formal decisions were made during the presentation, the discussion highlighted the significance of Ferguson Hall as a key part of Spring Hill’s heritage and future.

Free Train Rides at Maury County Park This Week!

The Mid-South Live Steamers will be running the large scale model railroad this week in Maury County Park. They give free rides at their spring and fall meets each year and it’s a fun time for all ages!

Rides are 100% FREE and NO Tickets Needed

Public Ride Schedule:

09/26/2024 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
09/27/2024 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM
09/28/2024 - 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The release waiver depot and waiting line will close at 3:30 PM each day.

Due to safety concerns, pregnant women or persons over 350 pounds are not permitted to ride trains. Children 18 months and younger must be secured to the front of an adult in a baby carrier, sling or wrap.

During inclement weather, passenger trains are not able to run. All passenger trains will stop operations and will not resume until the weather has passed and a track inspection can be completed.

🎵 This Week’s Live Music

Monday, September 23rd

Alyssa Hart, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

Tuesday, September 24th

Jay Hoppus, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

Wednesday, September 25th

Rhonda Funk, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

Thursday, September 26th

Kayleigh Matthews, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM
Todd Ciprian, Tito's Spring Hill, 6-9 PM
The Alderson Jazz Collective, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM

Friday, September 27th

Shannon McCue, The Spot Burgers and Beer, 5pm - 8pm
Cochise County, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Mount Sinai Boys, Grinder's Switch, 7-9 PM
Troy Kemp, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
Downsouth Band, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Saturday, September 28th

Sean Carson, Keg Springs Winery, 2-5 PM
Bald Kernal, Amber Falls Winery, 3:30-6:30 PM
TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 4-7 PM
Music on the Porch Series, 401 Hay Long Ave, Mt. Pleasant, TN, 6-9 PM
Stevierock, McCreary's Irish Pub, 7-9 PM
Billy Tarkington, The Rebel, 7:30 PM
Stone Silo, Puckett’s, 7:30-9 PM
Backlit, Fozzy's Bar & Grill, 8-11 PM

Sunday, September 29th

TBD, Natchez Hills Vineyard, 1-4 PM
Jim Fox Trio, Amber Falls Winery, 1-5 PM
Stranger Than Fiction, The Rebel, 4 PM
Mary Lou, Puckett’s, 6-7:30 PM

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