EPISODE · Oct 9, 2024 · 35 MIN
Is Belle Meade Plantation Whitewashing Nashville History?
from City Cast Nashville · host City Cast
Today, we explore the local controversy surrounding the Journey to Jubilee tour at the Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery. Historian Brigette Janea Jones, the creator of that award-winning tour, shares her concerns and allegations about plans by new leadership to alter the tour in an effort to make it more comfortable for visitors, raising questions about historical integrity. Also joining us is Victoria Sample, the Director of Historic Interpretation and Education at Belle Meade, who provides insight into these allegations. Plus, don’t miss our special segment A Mile in Their Boots, featuring a day in the life of Cathy Strahan, a traveling children's librarian for the Nashville Public Library. Thanks to Tecovas, our Western wear faves, for sponsoring this segment, and for being our exclusive launch sponsor! --> Watch Brigette’s Journey to Jubilee Tour Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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Today, we explore the local controversy surrounding the Journey to Jubilee tour at the Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery. Historian Brigette Janea Jones, the creator of that award-winning tour, shares her concerns and allegations about plans by new leadership to alter the tour in an effort to make it more comfortable for visitors, raising questions about historical integrity. Also joining us is Victoria Sample, the Director of Historic Interpretation and Education at Belle Meade, who provides insight into these allegations. Plus, don’t miss our special segment A Mile in Their Boots, featuring a day in the life of Cathy Strahan, a traveling children's librarian for the Nashville Public Library. Thanks to Tecovas, our Western wear faves, for sponsoring this segment, and for being our exclusive launch sponsor! --> Watch Brigette’s Journey to Jubilee Tour Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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