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America the Beautiful: Drive These Scenic Routes in Franklin, Tennessee, to Celebrate America’s 250th
Read More: America the Beautiful: Drive These Scenic Routes in Franklin, Tennessee, to Celebrate America’s 250thIt’s been said that there’s no better way to find a place than to get lost in it. Williamson County’s 584 square miles offer some of the most scenic backroads […]
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9 Unexpected Things To Do in Franklin
Read More: 9 Unexpected Things To Do in FranklinFranklin is well known for its role in American history, for its spectacular Main Street, and for the natural beauty everywhere you look. But hidden below the surface are some unexpected experiences waiting to be discovered. 1. Stay the Night at a Recording Studio Whether you’re coming into Franklin on vacation or you’re a local looking for a unique staycation,…
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Perfect Pairings for Making the Most of Fall in Franklin
Read More: Perfect Pairings for Making the Most of Fall in FranklinAround here, we live for fall all year long. Something about the misty, cool mornings, golden hour through amber-tinged leaves, hardwood smoke and the sound of high school marching bands […]
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10 Franklin Bakeries Guaranteed to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Read More: 10 Franklin Bakeries Guaranteed to Satisfy Your Sweet ToothWhen you think of baking in Williamson County, you tend to think biscuits. Many versions have attracted acclaim, but the Loveless Cafe—located in the shadow of the entry to the Natchez Trace Parkway—has been recognized around the world for some of the very best biscuits since 1951. But our bakery bounty runs much deeper, with landmarks old and new that run the…
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10 Local Treasures You’ll Find Only in Franklin (and the Stories Behind Them)
Read More: 10 Local Treasures You’ll Find Only in Franklin (and the Stories Behind Them)Franklin’s identity is rooted in its history, and at the heart of it is the people. Ask anyone in downtown Franklin who you should meet while you’re in town, and they’ll tell you about merchants and restaurateurs who have helped establish Franklin as the national destination it has become. This list is a great place to start. Joel and Carol…
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A Local’s Guide to Franklin’s Best Farm Stands and Field-to-Table Finds
Read More: A Local’s Guide to Franklin’s Best Farm Stands and Field-to-Table FindsDrive the back roads of Williamson County in any direction, and you won’t have to go far to see acres and acres of corn and beans out your window. For two centuries, this has been an agricultural community, and it still is. Most of the year, that means farmers markets can be found across the county—from Franklin to Fairview and out to Nolensville.…
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The History of Fairview’s Bowie Nature Park Makes Visits Even More Fun
Read More: The History of Fairview’s Bowie Nature Park Makes Visits Even More FunThe Bowie sisters were unique in many ways, not the least of which was that all three were medical doctors. Anna, Byrd, and Evangeline grew up in Nashville; Byrd was […]
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Here Are Our Favorite Spots in Franklin for Gorgeous Spring Photos
Read More: Here Are Our Favorite Spots in Franklin for Gorgeous Spring PhotosFew places could challenge Williamson County in the spring in a beauty contest, which means options for incredible outdoor photos abound. From spectacular vistas of rolling green hills dotted with blooms to historic homesteads, working farms to timeless streetscapes, Franklin and the surrounding back roads have plenty to catch the eye. [Image Courtesy of Rebekah Taylor Photography] On any given…
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These Cozy Comfort Foods Will Keep You Toasty This Winter in Franklin
Read More: These Cozy Comfort Foods Will Keep You Toasty This Winter in FranklinThere comes a time after the holidays when the sparkle of the season has dulled and maybe your list of resolutions has come into question. It’s the coldest time of […]
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This Fascinating Walking Tour Will Change How You See The Factory at Franklin
Read More: This Fascinating Walking Tour Will Change How You See The Factory at FranklinWhen the Allen Manufacturing Company chose Franklin, Tennessee, as the location of its cutting-edge new stove factory in the late 1920s, it represented a boon for a tiny farming town […]
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This Historic Renovation Reveals Fascinating New Details about the Battle of Franklin
Read More: This Historic Renovation Reveals Fascinating New Details about the Battle of FranklinSixty-four yards. That is the distance from the back window of the historic Carter Farm Office to the main line of Federal troops during the calamitous Battle of Franklin on […]
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The 7 Best Fall Weekend Activities You’ll Find in Franklin
Read More: The 7 Best Fall Weekend Activities You’ll Find in FranklinIt may only be September, but the signs of fall are in the air. Cool evenings, football and combines on the corn fields portend the arrival of the best season of the year in Franklin, Tennessee. Autumn here is packed with events and traditions to complement the brilliant landscape, from music to festivals, food and family fun. Inspire your itinerary…
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