Courthouse Circa 1962 after the completion of wings
Central Business District, 1959
 
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Rutherford County was beginning to
change from agrarian based economy to attracting many industries and manufacturing
interests. The Courthouse and central business district experienced the most change. In
1951, Murfreesboro with an urban renewal project began removal of a slum area known as
"The Bottom". Replacing this area was Broad Street connecting U.S. 41 from
Murfreesboro to Nashville. Until then West College was then link to Nashville. The coming
of industry caused Rutherford County’s population to skyrocket. Much of the retail
activity shifted to shopping centers away from the Square. In the early 1960’s, wings
on the north and south side of the Courthouse were completed. Additional office space was
needed to accommodate the County’s growing need. |
