Sunnyside at Sevier Park
Where History Takes RootNestled within Nashville's beloved Sevier Park, the gardens at Sunnyside Mansion offer visitors a living complement to one of the city's most layered historic sites. The Greek Revival mansion, built in 1852 and home to the Benton, Noel, and Sevier families before becoming headquarters for Metro Nashville's Historic Commission, has witnessed nearly two centuries of Nashville life — including the Battle of Nashville in 1864, whose marks are still visible in the original cypress woodwork and exterior walls. The grounds around it reflect that same spirit of endurance and renewal. |
Master Gardeners of Davidson County tend and demonstrate responsible, sustainable gardening practices here, using the distinctive setting to teach visitors how thoughtful horticulture can honor both history and the natural environment. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a curious first-time visitor, the gardens at Sunnyside offer an accessible, inspiring introduction to what plants, place, and community care can accomplish together.
Come See for Yourself
Sevier Park is open year-round, and the gardens are best experienced in person. Stroll the grounds, take in the seasonal plantings, and explore one of Nashville's most storied properties — now beautifully restored, with a public café in the renovated carriage house and exhibits inside the mansion that bring its history vividly to life.
Want to deepen your connection to the garden? MGofDC offers educational programs for individuals, families, and community groups. And if you'd like to help sustain this work, consider making a gift to support Master Gardener programming across Davidson County.
