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Collierville, Tennessee

Located in Shelby County, Tennessee, Collierville was established in 1836. Consistently ranked among best places to live in Tennessee. Charming historic town square.
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Founded 1836 | Population 52,000 | Peak 52,000 (2024) | County Shelby County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Collierville, Tennessee

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1836 Founded: East Memphis suburb.
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1855 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Collierville.
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1886 Economic Development: Collierville grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Collierville's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Collierville continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Collierville

Feb 24, 2016
Man Gets Banned Having Any More Children
In early 2016, a Tennessee man found himself at the center of a highly unusual court case that drew national attention. On Februar…

Complete Historical Timeline

1836 Culture
Founded
1855 Transport
Railroad Era
1886 Industry
Economic Development
1890 Culture
Higher Education
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Consistently ranked among best places to live in Tennessee.
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Charming historic town square.
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Affluent eastern Memphis suburb.
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Collierville is located in Shelby County, Tennessee.
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Collierville was founded in 1836.

Famous People from Collierville, Tennessee

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Nikki McCray
Basketball Player, Basketball Coach · Born Dec 17, 1971 · Died Jul 7, 2023 (age 51)
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Major Owens
Politician, Librarian · Born Jun 28, 1936 · Died Oct 21, 2013 (age 77)
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Morgan Cox
Screenwriter, American Football Player · Born Apr 26, 1986 · Age 39

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