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Nashville National Cemetery

Nashville, Tennessee 37115. A Civil War-era national cemetery near the site of the Battle of Nashville.

Founded

1867

Size

65 acres

Estimated burials

34,000

Price tier

Budget

Open now

Closed

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Nashville National Cemetery serves Nashville, Tennessee, as a national cemetery with roots dating back to 1867. A Civil War-era national cemetery near the site of the Battle of Nashville. Current directory enrichment highlights burial, pre planning, veterans services, cremation alongside visitor amenities such as parking, benches, walking paths, chapel. Pricing is typically coordinated through veterans or public-service benefit schedules.
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Weekday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekend8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Holiday8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
OfficeMonday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Currently closed

Committal shelter reservations are handled through the administration office.

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burial
pre planning
veterans services
cremation
columbarium
mausoleum
genealogy research
Amenities

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parking
benches
walking paths
chapel
restrooms
water stations
gazebo
Pricing

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Price tier: budget

Burial cost: Call for pricing

Cremation cost: Not listed

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Not listed

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Access guidance recommended

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Pet policy

service only

Nearby landmarks

Nashville Historic DistrictNashville City HallNashville Riverfront

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at Nashville National Cemetery?

Arrangements are generally coordinated through the veterans scheduling office. Call ahead to confirm required documents, arrival windows, and whether chapel or committal shelter space must be reserved.

Does Nashville National Cemetery offer cremation or columbarium options?

Nashville National Cemetery lists cremation-related services in the directory, and families should confirm current niche, columbarium, or scattering-garden availability before visiting.

Can I research older burial records at Nashville National Cemetery?

Nashville National Cemetery has enough archival depth to support genealogy research, and the directory reflects either active digitized records or staff-assisted history lookups.

Are there visitor rules I should know before arriving at Nashville National Cemetery?

Visitors should plan for respectful, daytime visits, follow posted rules for flowers and decorations, and confirm pet, photo, and service-hour policies before traveling.

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