# Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park Autumn Tennessee History Walk > Place to go for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Dates: Starts Tue, Nov 24 - Where: Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park, 600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville, TN 37243 - Ages: All ages (Giant walkable granite map, 95-bell carillon, and wide paved plazas) - Price: Free admission and parking - Organizer: Tennessee State Parks - Official page: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/bicentennial-mall - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/bicentennial-capitol-mall-state-park-autumn-tennessee-history-walk--listing-a0ed44f712fc1577ca7d2dfa ## About Designed as a lasting monument to Tennessee's 1996 bicentennial celebration, this 19-acre urban state park in downtown Nashville offers families a fascinating, walkable journey through geography and history. The centerpiece of the park is an enormous 200-foot granite map of Tennessee carved directly into the central plaza, where children can run from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Mississippi River, jumping across counties and tracing historic rivers. A 1,400-foot Walkway of the Counties showcases native trees from every corner of the state, ablaze in November with late autumn foliage. Families can listen to the 95-bell carillon chime classic Tennessee folk tunes at the top of every hour, stroll along the Pathway of History detailing state milestones, and walk over to the adjacent Nashville Farmers' Market for warm baked goods and seasonal produce. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Entirely flat, wide paved concrete and granite promenades with zero step barriers, making it exceptionally easy for double strollers and wagons. • Nursing & Rest Spots: The Park Visitor Center and adjacent Nashville Farmers' Market food hall provide climate-controlled family restrooms with changing tables and dining seating. • Age Suitability: All ages; toddlers love the giant open granite map, while older kids and adults enjoy historical timelines and state memorials. • Sensory Tips: Spacious outdoor mall with echoing bell chimes on the hour; peaceful tree-lined walks with low visual clutter and open city vistas. ## Similar picks in Nashville - [Centennial Park Autumn Parthenon & Lake Watauga Family Stroll](https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/centennial-park-autumn-parthenon-and-lake-watauga-family-stroll--listing-593dd1544ce0043bffdb2c64) — Open on its own schedule · Centennial Park & The Parthenon · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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