About this city
Also known as: The Artisan Capital of Indiana
Nashville is a world-famous, incredibly picturesque artisan colony serving as the proud county seat of Brown County, nestled within the dense, majestic forested hills of southern Indiana. Plotted in 1836, the town transformed around 1900 into a premier national capital for fine art landscape painting when legendary American impressionists founded the Brown County Art Colony here. Nashville offers an exceptionally romantic, rustic New England-style village character characterized by hundreds of eclectic log cabins, fine art galleries, and craft shops. Bounded by Brown County State Park, it perfectly pairs peerless bohemian artistic heritage with sweeping autumnal high-country nature scenery.
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Suggested stay: 2–3 days
Browse hundreds of independent artisan craft boutiques and working fine art studios in the historic, walkable Downtown Village. Hike, horse ride, or view breathtaking golden autumn foliage from panoramic overlooks inside Brown County State Park. Watch a classic acoustic performance at the historic Brown County Play House. Experience regional wine tasting and mountain craft beers.
