Nashville, IL, is the largest city in Washington County, with a population of just over 3,100. This tight-knit community has a strong manufacturing history, with two auto part plants employing around 2,000 people. The city is known for its active church community, representing over half a dozen denominations, including Catholic, Baptist, and Lutheran. Residential areas feature turn-of-the-century Cape Cods, National Folk houses, midcentury ranch-style homes, and split-level homes, with average home values around $178,000. Nashville Grade School and Nashville Community High School serve local students, with the high school excelling in football and basketball. Trinity-St. John Lutheran School offers a private education option for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Things to do in Nashville include visiting Nashville Memorial Park for tennis, picnicking, and fishing, or enjoying the pool during summer. The Washington County State Recreation Area provides over 900 acres for hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. The Nashville Municipal Golf Course offers a 9-hole public course with a clubhouse. Shopping is concentrated around Mill and St. Louis streets, featuring locally owned boutiques, pharmacies, and services, with dining options like Jules Joint and The Blue Room. The Washington County Fair, held every summer since 1944, includes carnival rides, tractor pulls, and a demolition derby. Nashville is approximately 60 miles from St. Louis, with access via Interstate 64 and State Routes 15 and 127. Washington County Hospital offers emergency services, supportive care, and a walk-in clinic.