The future of Historic Jefferson Stree

This Is Nashville

While other areas of the city may be nearly blank slates for redevelopment, North Nashville boasts a vibrant history, thriving business district and a community deeply invested in preserving its culture and landmarks.

In this episode, we hear from local business owners and ambassadors from two organizations dedicated to thoughtfully guiding North Nashville's redevelopment. The Jefferson Street Historical Society was created to preserve and protect the over eighty Black-owned businesses that call it home — while increasing the visibility and potential uses of the area. Meanwhile, the Jubilee Bridge Area Revitalization Project aims to enhance, memorialize, and activate the gateway connecting the westside to two Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) – Fisk University and Meharry Medical College — as well as Historic Jefferson Street.

This episode was produced by Khalil Ekulona and Mary Mancini.