Rutledge Hill in Nashville in Davidson County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
Richard H. Fulton
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, May 28, 2022
1. Richard H. Fulton Marker
Born in Nashville, January 27, 1927 Richard H. Fulton graduated from East High School before attending the University of Tennessee and serving in the Navy during World War II.
After time as a merchant, he began a public service career of more than a quarter century as a State Senator (1956-1960), U.S. Congressman (1963-1975) and the second Mayor of Metropolitan Nashville (1975-1987).
As Congressman, he championed civil rights and voting rights legislation.
As Mayor, he energized downtown redevelopment through projects such as: Riverfront Park The Customs House Union Station restoration Hermitage Hotel restoration 2nd Avenue improvements Historic Broadway improvements downtown residential living and the first downtown Convention Center.
He also extended water, sewer and fire protection services through Davidson County.
He served on the national scene as President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors (1983-84).
Throughout his life, Richard Fulton always worked for the betterment of Nashville and its citizens.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics.
Location. 36° 9.223′ N, 86° 46.112′ W. Marker is in Nashville, Tennessee, in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Charlie Cardwell Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Richard H. Fulton Campus (within shouting distance of this marker); Lindsley Hall as Civil War Hospital (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Charlie Cardwell Garden (about 400 feet away); Nashville Fire Department (approx. 0.2 miles away); Captain Ryman's Home (approx. 0.2 miles away); Site of Waterworks Plant (approx. 0.2 miles away); Nettie Napier Day Home Club (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Nashville.
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, May 27, 2022
2. Richard H. Fulton Marker
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay
3. Richard H. Fulton Marker on left side.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 28, 2022, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 510 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 28, 2022, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • Mark Hilton was the editor who published this page.
