Preston Taylor | |
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 Image of Taylor from 1887 | |
| Born | November 7, 1849 |
| Died | April 13, 1931 (age 81) |
| Resting place | Greenwood Cemetery 36°08′41″N 86°43′27″W / 36.144719°N 86.724173°W |
| Occupation(s) | businessman minister philanthropist |
| Notable work | Foundation of Greenwood Cemetery and Greenwood Park |
| Spouse(s) | Georgia Gordon Ida D. Mallory |
| Personal | |
| Religion | Christian Church |
Preston Taylor (November 7, 1849 – April 13, 1931) was an African-American businessman, minister and philanthropist. In the early 20th century he was considered one of the most influential leaders of Nashville, Tennessee's black community. He created Greenwood Cemetery, which is the second oldest African-American cemetery in Nashville, and Greenwood Park, which was the first park for African-American communities in Nashville. A later public housing project was named in his honor.