Carol Ashworth, ASLA
Nashville, TN 37204
Phone: 615-385-0112
Cell: 615-477-9469
email

Fort Negley Concepts.

Orientation Plaza- Stone 'V' seats, interpretive panels and historical photo.

View of the star shaped boardwalk system showing interpretive stations featuring low profile interpretive signs and benches at the apex of the points.

Elevated interpretive observation platform.

Fort Negley Historic Park

Winner ASLA TN Chapter Merit Award 2006

Description- Interpretive signage and pathways for Fort Negley, the largest inland Civil War stone fort in America. The design allows access to the public for the first time in 65 years. The system of paths, boardwalks, signs, barriers and native grass areas guides visitors through the site without risking further deterioration of the ruins. The design addresses many challenges, including minimizing ground penetration of this archeological site and ADA grade issues. The interpretation is designed to educate and generate civic pride and tourism opportunities.

Material- Steel, Corten steel, limestone, wood, embedded graphic panels, granite with laser etching, concrete, and native grasses. Plant Restoration by Nashville Natives. http://www.nashvillenatives.com/

Dimensions- The site is approximately 15 acres with a massive stone fort ruin covering approx. 3 acres.

Location- Fort Negley Historic Park, Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville, TN

Client- Metro Nashville and Davidson County Parks and Recreation.

Interpretive Blaze Markers lead visitor along path.

Interactive "view scopes" align to a hill where a historical event occured.

Blaze Maker and Regulatory/Site Specific Interpretive signs.