Smyrna has a population of 25,383. Smyrna has a fairly mild
climate throughout the year, consisting of warm summers and brisk winters.
Smyrna is a wonderful place for families to live. There are activities always
going on from community based activities, such as team sports and city council
participation, to solitary activities, like golfing and nature trail exploration.
Smyrna is ideally situated 20 miles from Nashville. While those in Smyrna
are close enough to drive into Nashville if the need arises, the down home
feel of Smyrna is inviting to those who enjoy the peaceful suburban streets,
yet don't want to give up the amenities big city life has to offer. However,
despite its growing population Smyrna, Tennessee has managed to maintain
its small town appeal that keeps attracting both tourists and new residents
to the area. Smyrna has some of the best real estate offers in the region
being offered in the state of Tennessee.
Smyrna, Tennessee is home to a new public library, several park and recreational
facilities, that are kept in impeccible condition thanks to the Smyrna Department
of Park and Recreation. There are also several new walking trails, to explore
the glories of the natural setting around you. It is home to part of Percy
Priest Lake. The shoreline of the lake stretches over 22 miles in length
and is located between Smyrna and La Vergne. There are plenty of water activities
the whole family can partake in, from boating to fishing, swimming, and water
skiing even the biggest water sport enthusiasts will not be disappointed.
Smyrna is home to several businesses and other programs including the Tennessee
Army National Guard, the historic Sam Davis Home and Nissan. Nissan is the
first Japanese automobile manufacturer to build a plant in the United States
and they have chosen Smyrna, Tennessee as their American home.
Smyrna in the mid-1800's was a large agrarian community in the south. There
were many large, flourishing farms and plantations throughout Smyrna's city
limits. One of the most successful, and most important plantations is still
standing today. The Sam Davis Home is considered Smyrna's most historic landmark.
The Sam Davis Home has been designated one of Tennessee's historical sites.
This plantation was home to Samuel Davis. He was a hero to the confederate
war effort during the civil war. Sam Davis gave his life, in order to protect
important information that would have compromised the lives and plans of
several Confederate soldiers. The plantation is over 200 acres, and is governed
by a Board of Regents. This Board of Regents is a group of concerned citizens
who wish to ensure the preservation of the plantation.
Like nearby city, La Vergne, education is held in high standards in Smyrna.
The cities of Rutherford County have proven this, as national tests show
that students have surpassed their peers on every level of study. There are
eight elementary schools, one middle school, Smyrna Middle School, and one
high school, Smyrna High School, located in Smyrna. For those who have an
interest in higher education. Motlow State Community College recently added
a campus here as well.
