Lindsay Ferrier, Author at Visit Franklin

The 7 Best Romantic Experiences & Getaways in Franklin

Often, the most romantic moments happen in places where the pace slows, the scenery softens, and there’s plenty of room for real connections to be made. You’ll find all that and more in Franklin. Our town and its surrounding communities offer a wide range of romantic experiences, from cozy overnight stays and elegant dinners to wandering the countryside, exploring local…
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These 8 Scenic Drives Around Franklin Will Take Your Breath Away

While many flock to Franklin each year for its historical tours and fabulous shops and restaurants, locals know downtown Franklin is only part of what makes Williamson County special. The city is surrounded by some of the most beautiful rolling hills and pastureland in all of Tennessee, making the area rich in scenic drive opportunities. Whether you have an hour…
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How Williamson County’s Farms Draw in Visitors and Keep History Alive

On June 1, 2019, a serene patch of grass on Franklin’s Gentry’s Farm became the setting for a love story that was more than a century in the making. Mary Morgan Gentry and Charles Hatcher said “I do” beneath a bright blue Tennessee sky, joining together two of Williamson County’s oldest and most notable farming families. For generations, the Gentrys…
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Franklin’s New Historic Home Tour Reveals Harlinsdale Park’s Fascinating History

If you’ve spent any time in Franklin, you’ve probably taken a stroll through the beautiful fields of the Park at Harlinsdale Farm, admired its white fences and historic barns, and […]
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This Powerful, Immersive Exhibit Inside The Factory at Franklin is Definitely Worth Visiting

The newly renovated Factory at Franklin has more to offer than unique shops, stand-out restaurants, and live entertainment: It’s now home to one of the most moving and meaningful experiences in Middle Tennessee. The Experience Lab by charity: water is a state-of-the-art, multi-sensory exhibit that helps visitors understand what life is like for the 703 million people worldwide who don’t have access…
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How Local Farms & Artisans Are Inspiring Franklin Chefs’ World-Class Menus

Franklin’s appeal extends far beyond its historic charm, world-class musicians, and scenic backroads. In recent years, the restaurant scene here has blossomed, offering exciting culinary experiences rooted in local agriculture. Franklin’s top chefs are leading the way in local sourcing, partnering with local farms and artisans to craft vibrant menus that shift with the seasons. Here are a few Franklin…
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Eat, Drink & Make Merry at the Magical Tennessee Renaissance Festival

I used to think Renaissance festivals weren’t really my scene—at least until last year, when my teens asked me to take them to the Tennessee Renaissance Festival. Thanks to that experience, I’ve decided it’s going to become an annual tradition! Each year, the Williamson County Parks & Recreation Department transforms a rural field into the 16th century village of Covington Glen, a…
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How Franklin’s Small Stages Are Shaping the Sound of Music Nationwide

You know Nashville as Music City, but you may not know that the roots of the city’s polished urban sound can often be traced back to the cozy bars and dime-sized stages of Franklin, Tennessee. Franklin is home to world-class session musicians, Grammy Award-winning singers, and chart-topping songwriters, many of whom regularly draw inspiration from the town’s historic charm and…
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How Franklin is Changing the Way Civil War History is Shared in the South

For decades, thousands of visitors have made the pilgrimage to Franklin to learn more about the city’s Civil War history. On guided tours, they’ve learned of the bloody Battle of Franklin, […]
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Learn How Franklin Saved Its Battlefields and Preserved a Pivotal Moment in American History

On November 30, 1864, Confederate General John Bell Hood waged a frontal assault on Union troops retreating from Spring Hill, resulting in one of the bloodiest battles in American history. […]
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These Franklin Farmers Market Vendors Make the Winter Season Special

Most Tennessee farmers markets close up shop for the winter season – but it’s one of the best times to visit the year-round Franklin Farmers Market, where you’ll find take-and-bake comfort foods, soups, organic meats, baked goods, and even greenhouse-grown flowers and produce, all sold by farmers and vendors located right here in Tennessee. Currently operating on the grounds of The…
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12 Ways to Make Christmas Magical in Franklin

I’m not overstating things when I tell you that Christmas in Franklin is absolutely magical. Strolling down Main Street on a frosty December evening is one of my all-time favorite holiday experiences in Tennessee. Downtown Franklin comes alive during the holidays. The street lamps and historic buildings are festooned with lights, wreaths, and garlands. The storefront windows entice shoppers with…
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