Parks and Recreation Department

Cannonsburgh Events and Activities

Pioneer Day

Held the third Saturday of each April from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., this event is free and open to the public.  On April 19th, Pioneer Day "kicks" off the opening of the Village with demonstrations, arts and crafts, food and drinks, storytelling and reenactments.

Uncle Dave Macon Days

Held the second weekend in July, Uncle Dave Macon Days Festival was established to honor the memory of Uncle Dave Macon, an early Grand Ole Opry superstar who lived near Murfreesboro. This master banjo player and performer was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1952, 14 years after his death.

This three-day, family-oriented event is a National Championship Competition for Old-time Banjo, Old-time Clogging and Old-time Buckdancing.

There is a juried Arts and Crafts show, a motorless parade and a Heritage Award winner given to the person (or persons) who is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Old-time Music and Dance.

For 2008, this summer's 31st annual festival is scheduled the weekend of July 11 through 13. Activities, which begin July 11th at 5 p.m., July 12th at 9 a.m. and July 13th at 1 p.m., will include living history demonstrations and the opportunity to visit with a working blacksmith and participate in old-fashioned shape-note singing in the little white church.

Uncle Dave Macon Days, one of a very few old-time music competitions in the country, is offering up to $10,000 in prizes during the weekend's competitions.

More information is available here, by writing Post Office Box 5016, Murfreesboro, TN 37133-5016, calling 1-800-716-7560 or visiting the festival’s web site at www.uncledavemacondays.com.

Harvest Days

Every last Saturday in October, this event is free and open to the public. Harvest Day is the closing of the Village for the fall and winter with demonstrations, arts and crafts, food and drinks, sheep shearing and reenactments.

Christmas at Cannonsburgh Village

Cannonsburgh Village presents its final event of the year on the 2nd Saturday in December from 2 until 4 p.m. on the village grounds, 312 S. Front St. Christmas at Cannonsburgh Village is sponsored by Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department. It is free and open to the public. Visitors will be treated to hot cider and cookies and the staff will be dressed in traditional costume. The spirit of Christmas will thrive as fresh greenery adorns the mantles and wood fires crackle in the hearths. Sheep will be tended by a sheperd and classical to contrmprary music, caroling, dance and story-telling will fill the facility's 18th Century rooms. Visitors may also warm-up in the blacksmith shop and enjoy demonstrations by the Rrutherford County Blacksmith Association, fine art by the Murfreesboro/Rutherford County Art League, rides in an antique car and crafts for children.

Getting married?

Cannonsburgh schedules weddings year-round. The Wedding Chapel, the Gazebo and the Reception House are perfect places to have such a special day! Stop by or call and reserve your date today. Schedule your special event in Cannonsburgh's wedding chapel.

Murfreesboro/Rutherford Art League & Gallery

Created for the fellowship of artists and to provide lessons for new or experienced artists, the league meets Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m. Location: Murfreesboro/Rutherford Art League, Cannonsburgh Village, 312 South Front St., Murfreesboro.

Fee:Individual memberships are $25 and family memberships are $35.

Equipment/Supplies/Attire: Special attire is not required; however wear clothing that may come in contact with the material used for class.

Additional Information: M.R.A.L’s gallery displays art creations by its members. It also serves as workshop, classroom, business office, and social gathering place for members. Founded by a local group of artists and chartered in 1966, the Murfreesboro/Rutherford Art League is a non-profit organization whose mission is to develop and maintain a vibrant artistic environment in the Rutherford/Murfreesboro community. For more information or for classes, go to M.R.A.L.'s website.

Cannonsburgh Grounds Rental

The grounds of Cannonsburgh are available for company picnics or other themed event. Cannonsburgh is on level ground with sidewalks leading to all buildings in the village. Call Fred Trujillo, 615-890-0355 for rental availability and details.

School Tours

Guided school tours of Cannonsburgh Village are available 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Tuesday through Friday by appointment. There is a fee of $2.00 per student; teachers and chaperones admitted free with paid school tour. The tours last approximately 1 1/2 hours with additional time required for larger groups. The picnic area can be reserved if needed for your tour group. No tours in stormy weather. Contact Fred Trujillo, 615-890-0355, for additional information or to schedule a tour.