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Songs & Stories: Tracing Nashville’s Irish Roots in the Antebellum City
A two-hour, narrated program that pairs live Irish music with storytelling to reveal the overlooked Irish immigrant presence in Nashville from the city’s founding through the Civil War.
Songs & Stories: Tracing Nashville’s Irish Roots in the Antebellum City.
Uncover Nashville’s hidden Irish immigrant stories through lively songs and tales in a unique program that chronicles the oft‑overlooked Irish presence in Antebellum Nashville—from the city’s early days up to the American Civil War—presented as a paired history-and-music performance ideal for organized groups.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Antebellum Narratives Brought to Life
A narrated sequence of tales illuminates the role of Irish immigrants in Nashville’s founding and growth through the Civil War era, told in a manner designed to surface stories often omitted from standard accounts.
Live Irish Music Meets Storytelling
This program pairs live Irish music with narrated history, using songs and performance to frame the immigrant experience for audiences.
Designed for Groups, Onsite or Off
Hosted by Friends of Two Rivers, the program is tailored for groups and can be held at Two Rivers Mansion or at an off‑site location in Middle Tennessee to accommodate larger gatherings.
What the day feels like
What the Program Feels Like
Over approximately two hours, attendees move through a narrated program in which songs and stories alternate to chart the Irish immigrant presence in Nashville from its founding through the Civil War—an interpretive format that emphasizes listening and performance rather than a walking itinerary.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The program runs for approximately 2 hours.
This program requires a two‑month notice for booking due to its scheduling requirements.
Standard meeting location: 3130 McGavock Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37214 (Two Rivers Mansion) unless an off‑site location has been arranged.
No specific gear list was provided; contact Friends of Two Rivers for any site‑specific guidance or accessibility needs.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the program?
The program duration is two hours.
Where do we meet?
The standard meeting location is 3130 McGavock Pkwy., Nashville, TN 37214 (Two Rivers Mansion).
What size group is this best for?
The program is ideal for groups of 25 or more.
How far in advance do we need to book?
Bookings require a two‑month notice due to the program’s scheduling and production needs.
Can the program be hosted somewhere other than Two Rivers Mansion?
Yes. The program can be hosted at Two Rivers Mansion or at an off‑site location in the Middle Tennessee area.
Who runs this program?
The program is presented by Friends of Two Rivers.