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Collierville, TN

Collierville is a town in Shelby County, Tennessee, United States, and a suburb located in the Memphis metropolitan area. With a population of 51,324 in the 2020 census, Collierville is the third largest municipality in the county after Memphis and Bartlett. It is home to the Carriage Crossing shopping mall and is served by Collierville Schools.

Founded by entrepreneur Jesse R. Collier in 1836, Collierville was the site of the First and Second Battles of Collierville during the American Civil War, during which the town suffered severe damage. After a period of regrowth, Collierville saw substantial economic expansion in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries and now boasts a high quality of life. Collierville's downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and in 2014 Collierville's historic town square was ranked by Parade as the "Best Main Street" in America.

Collierville is the second oldest town in Shelby County. The original town of Collierville was laid out in 1836 and named after entrepreneur Jesse R. Collier, who bought land and advertised it as "The Town of Collier"; the town was incorporated in 1850 under the mayorship of Richard Ramsey.

During the American Civil War, two battles were fought at Collierville in late 1863. During the First Battle of Collierville on October 11, 1863, Confederate Brigadier General James Chalmers's division of 3,000 men attacked the garrison established at Collierville to protect the Memphis and Charleston Railroad; the garrison was defended by Maj. Gen. William T. Sherman and the Confederates were repulsed. During the Second Battle of Collierville on November 3, Chalmers was again repulsed, this time by Colonel Edward Hatch; Chalmers then withdrew to Mississippi. The railroad remained open to Tuscumbia, Alabama for United States troop movements. The estimated casualties were sixty on the side of the Union and ninety-five on the side of the Confederacy. Because of William T. Sherman's participation in the first engagement, his monument in Washington, D.C. lists "Colliersville" as one of his battles. Union commanders referred to it as "Colliersville" in the official reports.

The town sustained severe damage during the First Battle of Collierville and most of the town was completely burned down. Collierville was re-incorporated in 1870 under the mayorship of James B. Abington and during the twentieth century grew with help from the cotton, dairy, and manufacturing industries.

Collierville is located at 35°3′16″N 89°40′56″W (35.054366, -89.682306). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 24.6 square miles (64 km²), of which 24.5 square miles (63 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km²), or 0.41%, is water.

In terms of health and wellness, Collierville prioritizes the well-being of its residents. Baptist Memorial Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Collierville's numerous parks, including H.W. Cox Park and Nikki McCray Park, provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities, contributing to the town's dedication to fostering a healthy and active community.  ATC Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For a relaxing day, visit Spa Collierville. Engage in various fitness programs at the Linda Kerley Center, which offers classes suitable for all fitness levels. For those focused on weight management and hormone optimization, Wellness MD provides specialized medical services. 

Top sites in Collierville, TN are Shelby Farms Park, W.C. Johnson Park, and Morton Museum of Collierville History

Population: 51,317 (2023). ZIP code: 38017. . Area code: 901. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Area: 24.6 square miles (64 km²)

FAQs

What is Collierville, TN is known for?

Collierville emerged as a dairy town in the early 20th century and Swift and Company opened a cheese plant in 1934 giving Collierville the title of "Cheese Making Capital of West Tennessee". An annual Cheese Carnival was celebrated from 1934-1940 promoting the industry with parades and a carnival-like atmosphere. The World-Famous Wonder Horse was made in the Wonder Products factory of Collierville from 1950 to 1983.

Is Collierville, TN a good place to live?

Collierville is in Shelby County and is one of the best places to live in Tennessee. Living in Collierville offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Collierville, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Collierville and residents tend to have moderate political views.

Is Collierville, TN a small town?

Southeast of the city lies Collierville, a large suburb in Shelby County with a population of more than 50,000 residents. The town’s quaint Main Street is dotted with shops, small businesses, and locally owned restaurants that surround the gazebo and manicured greenspaces at historic Town Square Park. Small-town charm blends with upscale amenities and suburban conveniences in Collierville, a short 30-minute drive from Downtown Memphis and 20 minutes from Memphis International Airport. The community boasts award-winning schools, ample shopping, and a variety of parks and green spaces.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Town of Collierville

Memphis St Jude

Niche

Shelby Farms Park

W.C. Johnson Park

Morton Museum of Collierville History

Baptist Memorial Hospital

H.W. Cox Park

Nikki McCray Park

ATC Fitness

Spa Collierville

Linda Kerley Center

Wellness MD

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