Maps, Directions and Facility Guide
Come see why West End United Methodist Church in Nashville is such a special place. We are conveniently located close to downtown Nashville with a fully paved parking lot. Learn more about where to find West End United Methodist Church and contact us with any questions!
Directions
The church is located at 2200 West End Avenue, in Nashville, Tennessee (between Louise Avenue and 23rd Avenue). The church is across the street from Vanderbilt University and two blocks west of the Loews Vanderbilt Plaza Hotel.
From I-40 (West of the Church)
From I-40, exit onto Broadway (west). Bear right where West End Avenue splits from Broadway and proceed to the intersection of 23rd Avenue.
FROM I-440 (East of the Church)
From I-440, exit onto West End Avenue (east) and proceed to the intersection of 23rd Avenue. The church parking lot is entered from 23rd Avenue, and the in entrance to the church is from that parking lot.
Facilities
Making our building available to the community:
We are blessed with a building that is notable for its aesthetics, location for ministry and amount and variety of space that is used frequently and effectively. We want to make our building available to the community. However, because we receive so many requests for meeting space, we have established some guidlines about how the building is used.
Activities of West End:
Programs and activities of the West End congregation have first priority in scheduling space in the building. These requests should be given 7-10 days in advance.
Activities of the United Methodist Church: Programs and activities of United Methodist related agencies have priority over activities not related to the United Methodist Church. These requests should be given 30 days prior to the event.
Community activities of church members: Programs and activities in which West End members are involved will be considered depending upon the activity and time and space requirements. An application giving the particulars of the event should be submitted at least 30 days prior to the event. The Pastoral/Program Staff determines if these activities are permitted.
Other community activities:
Community service programs and activities that fall within the parameters of the Social Principles of the United Methodist Church will be considered. An application must be filled out completely and submitted early enough for a determination to be made at least 30 days but no more than 60 days prior to the event. The Pastoral/Program Staff determines if these activities are permitted. If the program or activity is approved, any changes in set-up and equipment requests must be given 7-10 days before the event. No major events will be scheduled during the following: Holy Week, the week before Christmas, and Thanksgiving week.
For information about our fee schedule and to receive a copy of our reservation request form, contact call 321-8500, ext. 8832.
Accident Report Form1
This form must must be completed and filed with your driver information prior to driving a church-owned vehicle. This is required to demonstrate that you have read and understand the regulations and procedures to be followed in the event of an accident.
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Bus and Van Driving Safety Video part 1
Bus and van driving safety video presented by Church Mutual Insurance.
If you will be driving the mini-bus this Room in the Inn (RITI) season, our insurance company requires that you watch these saftey videos. Steve Giltner must have your names in advance, as well.
You must also fill out a "driver information form" which you can print out, fill out and return to Steve Giltner @ West End along with copies of your driver's license and both sides of your insurance card.
Also each of us must view this "Road to Safer Transportation" video.
Bus and Van Driving Safety Video part 2
Bus and van driving safety video presented by Church Mutual Insurance.
If you will be driving the mini-van or bus this Room in the Inn (RITI) season, our insurance company requires that you watch these saftey videos. Steve Giltner must have your names in advance, as well.
You must also fill out a "driver information form" which you can print out, fill out and return to Steve Giltner @ West End along with copies of your driver's license and both sides of your insurance card.
Also each of us must view this "Road to Safer Transportation" video.
Bus and Van Driving Safety Video part 3
Bus and van driving safety video presented by Church Mutual Insurance.
If you will be driving the mini-van or bus this Room in the Inn (RITI) season, our insurance company requires that you watch these saftey videos. Steve Giltner must have your names in advance, as well.
You must also fill out a "driver information form" which you can print out, fill out and return to Steve Giltner @ West End along with copies of your driver's license and both sides of your insurance card.
Also each of us must view this "Road to Safer Transportation" video.
Driver Information
This form must be completed by anyone wishing to qualify as a “church” driver. Please include all information requested and print as clearly as possible. Incomplete or illegible forms may delay your approval from the insurance company. Forms must be turned in 48 hours before the driving event but submitting the form earlier is permitted (and appreciated). Please note our insurance carrier requires that all drivers be members of West End UMC.
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Facilities Maps1
We are blessed with a building that is notable for its aesthetics, location for ministry and amount and variety of space that is used frequently and effectively.
You will find below a set of images that are maps to the levels of the building.
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| first_level.jpg | 54.31 KB |
| second_level.jpg | 64.76 KB |
| third_level.jpg | 49.33 KB |
| forth_level.jpg | 35.19 KB |
Scheduling Form
This form is required to reserve the van/bus for your event. Forms must be submitted at least two weeks in advance and must be for an event related to West End UMC.
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Trip Report Form1
This form is to be turned in after each trip and allows us to keep track of safety and maintenance issues in order to provide the church with reliable transportation. The form is kept on the clipboard in the van/bus. Please review this form before you depart. Your cooperation in the effort is appreciated.
Where do I park on Sunday?
A paved and lighted parking lot is adjacent to the building and is entered from 23rd Avenue. It provides ample parking for most weekday activities.
On Sundays, extra parking is available next door in the Caterpillar Building parking garage (enter from West End Avenue).
Be sure to remove your car from the Caterpillar garage before 1:00 pm on Sunday, when the garage doors are locked.
Most of our beautiful building is wheelchair-accessible. From the paved parking lot on 23rd Avenue, a ramp leads to two sets of automatic glass doors.
An elevator provides access to all five floors.
The areas of our building that are not fully accessible include parts of the Day School, the Cloister Garden and the chancel and balcony areas of the sanctuary.