The Parthenon
Nashville, Tennessee

Originally built in 1897 as a temporary structure for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, Nashville’s Parthenon is a

full-size replica of the original Parthenon in Athens. Rebuilt in the 1920s with more permanent materials, the structure has undergone several cycles of decay and repair.

Following a study that analyzed existing conditions, determined the causes of deterioration, and recommended restoration treatments, QUINN EVANS | ARCHITECTS was named architect-of-record for the most delicate restoration phase—the conservation and replication of the pediment figures and ornamental details. The restoration provided a textbook study in the conservation of John J. Earley’s patented technique for exposed aggregate cast concrete. QE|A designed and directed the $12 million restoration based on extensive research and materials testing. Numerous skilled craftsmen were involved in the recasting of the pediment and entablature sculpture, carefully matching the color and texture of the original finish.

See related link: Parthenon Revived in Nashville, Traditional Building.