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Bartlett, TN

Bartlett is a city in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 57,786 at the 2020 U.S. Census.

Bartlett, originally called "Union Depot", first served as the last major Tennessean depot along the westward stagecoach route from Nashville. It later shifted to serve as a rail station after the stagecoach route was replaced by the Memphis & Ohio Railroad. An agricultural community gradually emerged around the depot and subsequent station that saw little growth until after the American Civil War.

The community saw quick growth during Reconstruction, and by 1886 was home to a school, two gristmills, three churches, several general stores, and about 300 inhabitants. It had been officially incorporated on November 1, 1866, with a population of less than 100 under the inaugural mayorship of Bryan Wither. The city derived its name from Major Gabriel M. Bartlett, a planter and pioneer settler of the area, whose homeplace was located on the old Raleigh-Somerville Road (Stage Road) at the present location of Bartlett Station Plaza.

Bartlett is adjacent to the northeastern boundary of Memphis. According to the City of Bartlett, the city limits encompass a total area of 23.42 square miles (60.7 km²). The annexation reserves of the city extend another 20.54 square miles (53.2 km²).

Bartlett places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Bartlett Recreation Center which serves as a community hub, provides fitness classes, sports facilities, and wellness programs. OrthoSouth offers orthopedic care, physical therapy, and sports medicine services. Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness offer comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Bartlett Chiropractic Center provides chiropractic care, massage therapy, and wellness services.

Top sites in Barlett, TN are Dixon-Brewer Park, Nesbit Park - Stanky Creek Trails, and Deermont Park.

Population: 56,030 (2023). ZIP code: 38135. Area code: 901. Elevation: 298 ft (90.8 m). Area: 23.42 square miles (60.7 km²).

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How did Bartlett, TN get its name?

The community from which the City of Bartlett grew was first called Union Depot. It was the last major way station in Tennessee along the stagecoach route from Nashville westward and came into being about 1829. In 1866, with a population of less than 100, the city was officially incorporated and the name changed to Bartlett. It was named for Major Gabriel M. Bartlett, a planter, whose homeplace was located on the old Raleigh-Somerville Road (Stage) at the present location of Bartlett Station Plaza.

What is the history of Bartlett, TN?

Bartlett, originally called "Union Depot", first served as the last major Tennessean depot along the westward stagecoach route from Nashville. It later shifted to serve as a rail station after the stagecoach route was replaced by the Memphis & Ohio Railroad. An agricultural community gradually emerged around the depot and subsequent station that saw little growth until after the American Civil War. The community saw quick growth during Reconstruction, and by 1886 was home to a school, two gristmills, three churches, several general stores, and about 300 inhabitants.

Which county is Bartlett, TN?

Bartlett is a city in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 57,786 at the 2020 U.S. Census. Bartlett is adjacent to the northeastern boundary of Memphis. According to the City of Bartlett, the city limits encompass a total area of 23.42 square miles (60.7 km2). The annexation reserves of the city extend another 20.54 square miles (53.2 km2).

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Bartlett

Dixon-Brewer Park

Nesbit Park - Stanky Creek Trails

Deermont Park

Bartlett Recreation Center

OrthoSouth

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett

Bartlett Chiropractic Center

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