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June 19, 2026

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Family Fun at Oaklands Mansion’s Free Day

It doesn’t matter if you are new to Murfreesboro, a long-time resident, or just passing through; you are invited to visit Oaklands Mansion (901 N Maney Ave, Murfreesboro) for FREE on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Oaklands Mansion will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for self-guided tours.

Signage inside the house explains the evolution of the historic site. Originally constructed as a frontier homestead, the structure evolved into a plantation house that was ultimately adapted to serve as a house museum. Staff and volunteers will be there to meet you and answer questions.

Oaklands Mansion Free Day in May Highlights:

  • Free self-guided tours
  • The Home Sweet Home Band perform live at 1 p.m. inside the mansion
  • A performance from Murfreesboro Little Theatre
  • The Tennessee Association of Vintage Baseball play a pick-up game at noon at the picnic pavilion
  • Franklin’s Fruit Teas will be here, and you may bring your own picnic
  • Visit with members of the African American Heritage Society of Rutherford County, the Rutherford County Archeological Society and the Rutherford County Historical Society

There is no charge to attend Free Day. The museum shop will be open for gift shopping. Parking is located at the pavilion (427 Roberts Street, Murfreesboro). More information HERE.

 

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Michael Aldrich

Michael Aldrich is Nashville Parent's Managing Editor and a Middle Tennessee arts writer. He and his wife, Alison, are the proud parents of 6-year-old Ezra and 2-year-old Norah.