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Hendersonville, Tennessee

Located in Sumner County, Tennessee, Hendersonville was founded in 1787. Johnny Cash lived on Old Hickory Lake here for 35 years. Taylor Swift grew up in Hendersonville.
Founded 1787 | Population 61,000 | Peak 61,000 (2024) | County Sumner County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Hendersonville, Tennessee

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1787Founded: Hendersonville was founded in Sumner County.
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1968Johnny Cash: Cash lived on Old Hickory Lake.
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1969Incorporated: Hendersonville was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010Modern Era: Hendersonville continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Johnny Cash lived on Old Hickory Lake here for 35 years.
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Taylor Swift grew up in Hendersonville.
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Northeast of Nashville on Old Hickory Lake.
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Hendersonville is located in Sumner County, Tennessee.
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Hendersonville was founded in 1787.
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