Nashville Sites Live event 8/13 4-6PM explores impact of Black Architecture
On August 13, 2025, from 4-6 PM at the North Branch Carnegie Library, Nashville Sites, NHF, and the Preservation Society of Nashville will host a complimentary Nashville Sites Live event — an exploration of Black architecture with emphasis on the McKissack family, who founded the nation’s first Black-owned architecture firm, and other influential Black architects who have contributed significantly to our city’s built environment.
The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature a panel discussion with Brian Tibbs and Dr. Learotha Williams, Jr, moderated by Mary Ellen Pethel.
After attending this live event, you will better understand the vision, challenges, and enduring legacy of these trailblazing architects.
Register here and plan to attend!
DATE and TIME: August 13, 2025 from 4-6PM
LOCATION: North Branch Carnegie Library 1001 Monroe St Nashville, TN 37208
The North Branch Carnegie Library, a historic landmark in Nashville, serves as the perfect setting for this conversation. Built in 1904 as part of Andrew Carnegie's national initiative to fund public libraries, it is one of the oldest surviving Carnegie libraries in the city. The library’s architecture, a reflection of the Beaux-Arts style, is a testament to the early 20th-century vision of providing educational and cultural resources to the community.
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