About Us
Preserving Our History and Engaging the Community
Founded as The Friends of Two Rivers Mansion by then District 15 Council Member Phil Claiborne, the organization was incorporated on August 20, 2010 and granted federal recognition as a 501(c)3 tax-exempt community charity on November 22, 2010. The mission of the organization was to protect, preserve, restore, and promote the use of the Mansion and its history in a manner consistent with the policies of the Metro Department of Parks and Recreation as well as the Metro Historical Commission. Since that time, the mission to preserve property and history has been extended to the historic Stone Hall site on the bluffs of the Stones River and the organization has evolved into The Friends of Two Rivers. We are dedicated to restore, preserve, and protect Two Rivers Mansion, the 1802 House, and Stone Hall, while promoting their use as historic and cultural treasures that enrich, educate, and connect the community.
Explore a Piece of History along the Two Rivers
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Two Rivers Mansion — a beautiful 1859 antebellum mansion — and the adjacent 1802 Federal style brick home, were once the centerpiece of Donelson, Tennessee. Plan your visit or take a virtual tour and explore the grounds of this Nashville jewel.
Stone Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its architectural significance as an example of Colonial Revival style architecture. Built in 1918, it remains an important example of architect George D. Waller’s designs and also for its integrity of setting, historic landscape features and association with twentieth century families important in Nashville history. It was built for the Cantrell family and was acquired by Metro Parks in 2007 from a Merritt family descendent of the Cantrells.
Learn More About Two Rivers History
Future Initiatives
Our mission continues to evolve. Check out our new expansion project — envisioning a pavilion to support events, revenue, and historic preservation.
