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Lawrenceburg

Lawrence County, TN

Population

11,592

Walk Score

62 · Somewhat Walkable

Median rent

$729

Median home value

$149,500

Founded

1819

Lawrenceburg is a city in and the county seat of Lawrence County, Tennessee, United States. The largest city on the state's southern border between Chattanooga and Memphis, it lies on the banks of Shoal Creek. The population was 11,633 at the 2020 United States Census. The city is named after War of 1812 American Navy officer James Lawrence.

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On the National Register

Historic districts

  • Lawrenceburg Commercial Historic District · listed 1992
  • Lawrenceburg No. 2 Hydroelectric Station · listed 1990

Notable landmarks

  • Crockett Theater · listed 1997
  • Davenport, T. D., Forge (40LR7) · listed 1988
  • Garrett House · listed 2009
  • Lawrence County Jail (Additional Documentation) · listed 1976
  • Lawrenceburg No. 1 Hydroelectric Station · listed 1990
  • Sacred Heart of Jesus Church · listed 1984

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