Robertson Statue
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Description
In 1903, the Robertson Monument was erected in Centennial Park. The monument’s towering 50-foot granite shaft is actually seven years older than its year of dedication. Major Eugene C. Lewis, the owner of the Nashville American newspaper and a consulting civil engineer, convinced the Tennessee Historical Society to erect the monument in honor of the city's founder, James Robertson and his wide Charlotte. He purchased all the materials for the monument.
Title Robertson Statue
Creator Nashville Historical Foundation
Author Abby Hikade, Nashville Sites intern, 2025
Date 1903
Address 276 25th Ave N Nashville, TN 37203
Type Historical Marker
Coverage Area 3
Source Major Eugene C. Lewis, donor
Contributor Tennessee Historical Society; Major Eugene C. Lewis
Subject New South; Neighborhoods; Public Spaces and Parks
Keywords James Robertson, Midtown
Rights CC BY-NC 4.0