Fort Negley was the largest and the most important fortification
built by Union troops after their occupation of Nashville in 1862.
Standing atop St. Cloud Hill, it marked the center of the Union
defensive line which stretched in a wide circle around the southern
part of the city.
After the war ended and Union forces withdrew from Nashville,
the abandoned fort fell into disrepair. The site was neglected
until the 1930's, when the Works Progress Administration (WPA)
reconstructed parts of the fort and added a road, stone entrance
gates, and recreational facilities. However, those restoration
efforts also deteriorated, and the fort was designated an
undeveloped park. The fort was listed in the National Register of
Historic Places in 1975.
In observance of the 140th anniversary of the Battle of
Nashville, Fort Negley is now open to the public.
Please replace the cache well out of sight of non cachers.
Metro Nashville Parks and Recreations phased restorations continue for Fort Negley. The cache may not be accessible at times. As updates are announced will post here.