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MURFREESBORO, TN - A proposal is once again gaining momentum to bring a minor league baseball team, which means a stadium would also be needed, into Murfreesboro, combining the excitement of baseball with the preservation of local history. Last year, a proposal to build a stadium faced backlash over concerns it could replace Cannonsburgh Village, but the community made its stance clear, and now plans aim to celebrate the historic site instead.

The group “Home Run History,” led by Lisa Cisco (Group Formerly Known as Save Cannonsburgh), have been advising the prospective baseball franchise owners, that Cannonsburgh would be an excellent featured part of the complex. The stadium, with approximately 3,500 seats, would be located on city-owned land next to Cannonsburgh Village and could host baseball games, concerts, and other community events. It is seen as a potential way to help further revitalize downtown Murfreesboro and attract new tourism and business.

If approved, the stadium would bring a professional minor league baseball team to Murfreesboro as part of the American Association of Professional Baseball, a partner league of Major League Baseball. Architects from HKS are designing the stadium to blend with Cannonsburgh’s historic elements.

The plan would require city funding, and the process is focused on building community support before any decisions are made. More details, including design plans, are expected to be released in October.

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