Hendersonville, TN
Music connected to Hendersonville
About Hendersonville
- • Taylor Swift owned a home in Hendersonville during her early career.
- • The Gaither Music Group, a major force in gospel music, is headquartered there.
- • Its location along the Cumberland River spurred trade and settlement in the area.
- • Johnny Cash's former lakeside home, burned in 2007, drew many curious onlookers.
- • The Great Flood of 1937 caused significant damage and hardship there.
- • Named for Judge Richard Henderson, it was founded in 1784 and incorporated in 1901.
- • With over 61,000 residents, it's larger than many Tennessee county seats.
- • At 535 feet above sea level, it offers slightly elevated views of the surrounding area.
- • Healthcare, retail, and service industries drive the local economy.
- • It feels like a blend of small-town charm and burgeoning suburban development.
- • The Tennessee Titans, Nashville's NFL team, are a major draw for local sports fans.
- • Hendersonville High School's football program boasts multiple state championships.