Artillery Monument: A Tribute to History

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are in the downtown area of Murfreesboro, start at the historic Rutherford County Courthouse located at 1 Public Square. From the courthouse, head south on Public Square toward East Main Street. Turn left onto East Main Street and continue walking for about 0.5 miles. Then, turn right onto South Church Street (US-231). Walk for approximately 0.8 miles until you reach the intersection with Van Cleve Lane. Turn left onto Van Cleve Lane and walk for another 0.3 miles. The Artillery Monument will be located on your right at 2600 Van Cleve Ln.

• Public Transit

  If you prefer public transit, you can catch the local bus service. Start at the City Hall bus stop on 111 West Vine Street. Board the Line 1 bus heading towards the Murfreesboro Transit Center. After one stop, get off at the Murfreesboro Transit Center, then transfer to Line 3 towards Medical Center Parkway. Ride for about 20 minutes and get off at the stop for Van Cleve Lane. From there, it's a short 5-minute walk to the Artillery Monument located at 2600 Van Cleve Ln. Just head southwest on Van Cleve Lane, and you will find the monument on your right.

• Biking

  For those who enjoy biking, start at the Murfreesboro Greenway Trail. Head towards the West College Street entrance and follow the trail until you reach the intersection with East Northfield Blvd. Turn left onto East Northfield Blvd and continue until you reach South Church Street. Turn right onto South Church Street and ride for about 1 mile. When you reach Van Cleve Lane, turn left and bike for another 0.3 miles until you see the Artillery Monument at 2600 Van Cleve Ln on your right.