History
Built in 1924 as Scarritt College, a missionary training school for women, today Scarritt Bennett Center is a nonprofit education, retreat and conference center. Scarritt Bennett is committed to empowerment through cross-cultural understanding, education, creativity and spiritual enrichment. Offering programs that challenge us to eradicate racism, empower women, work for justice and reconciliation, and engage in social justice work from a local and global perspective.
Specialties
Scarritt-Bennett Center is Nashville's premiere urban retreat center. Located on ten peaceful acres in the heart of Nashville, TN, Scarritt Bennett offers unparalleled conference and retreat services, catering services, wedding services, and overnight accommodations. Scarritt Bennett Center is located in the historic midtown area, right off Music Row and next to Vanderbilt University. The campus, which is listed on the National Historic Registry, is within walking distance to dozens of restaurants, music venues, and famous Nashville attractions. Campus is also a 5-minute walk to a bus stop, easily accessible via a cab/Lyft/Uber, a 5-minute drive from downtown Nashville, and a 15-minute drive from the Nashville International Airport.