How to Make Franklin’s Famous History Fun for Kids
Read More: How to Make Franklin’s Famous History Fun for KidsFranklin is famous for its Civil War history – but you might be wondering how to get your children interested in the town’s multifaceted past. Fortunately, we’ve got plenty of […]
8 Cool Activities for a Hot Summer Day in Franklin
Read More: 8 Cool Activities for a Hot Summer Day in FranklinFranklin really shines in the summer, when our many acres of forests and fields are lush, green, and glorious. But while summertime offers a perfect opportunity for outdoor activities like hiking and biking, sometimes we all need a little break from the heat. Fortunately, Franklin has plenty of indoor activities that will allow you to have fun and keep cool…
A Look at the New Peacock Hill Park, A Nature Lover’s Paradise
Read More: A Look at the New Peacock Hill Park, A Nature Lover’s ParadiseThere’s no better way to savor Franklin’s beautiful spring weather than with a hike. The area’s lush green foliage, pastoral countryside, and profusion of flowering plants and trees make spring walks here feel like you’ve stepped into a children’s picture book — and this spring, we have a brand new park that’s destined to become a favorite with locals and…
See Spring in Full Bloom on Franklin’s 5 Best Wildflower Hikes
Read More: See Spring in Full Bloom on Franklin’s 5 Best Wildflower HikesFall is so vibrant and gorgeous in Franklin that it tends to get all the attention — but in this longtime Tennessean’s opinion, spring is just as glorious — particularly […]
Discover the Fascinating History of Franklin’s Black Citizens on This House Tour
Read More: Discover the Fascinating History of Franklin’s Black Citizens on This House TourFranklin is famous for its historic home tours, which tell the story of the Civil War’s bloody Battle of Franklin from the perspective of the families who lived through it. But until recently, visitors at Carnton and Carter House only heard stories of Franklin’s white citizens. Now, thanks to a community effort that’s been named “The Fuller Story,” the complex and tumultuous history of the town’s African American…
Learn How Historians Are Ensuring “The Fuller Story” Is Told at Rippa Villa
Read More: Learn How Historians Are Ensuring “The Fuller Story” Is Told at Rippa VillaJust a few minutes from Franklin in picturesque Spring Hill, a Greek Revival-style estate called Rippa Villa sits on 98 acres of pastoral farmland. Built in the mid-1850s by Nat Cheairs, the plantation was farmed and maintained by scores of enslaved people until their emancipation after the Civil War. For decades, the lives of those enslaved at Rippa Villa were minimized, romanticized,…
The Ultimate Franklin Holiday Gift Guide: 14 Unique Ideas to Delight Everyone on Your List
Read More: The Ultimate Franklin Holiday Gift Guide: 14 Unique Ideas to Delight Everyone on Your ListThere’s not much that feels better than finding the perfect holiday gift for that special someone in your life – particularly since most of us spend way too much time searching for it! Lucky for you, we’re here to help eliminate at least some of the stress of gift selection this holiday season by showing you some fabulous options you…
Even Locals Are Amazed by Franklin’s Surprising Native American History
Read More: Even Locals Are Amazed by Franklin’s Surprising Native American HistoryFranklin is well-known as one of Tennessee’s most historic towns, but what you may not know is that its history goes back much farther than the Civil War. Believe it or not, we have evidence that humans inhabited our area as far back as 12,000 to 14,000 years ago. Williamson County has archaeological sites that cover four distinct historical periods:…
Here’s How to Have the Perfect Day in Leiper’s Fork
Read More: Here’s How to Have the Perfect Day in Leiper’s ForkMention Leiper’s Fork to a Tennessee native, and they’ll likely tell you to “Hush!” We like to think of this quaint little unspoiled village as our own special secret — but today, I’m spilling the tea and sharing what makes Leiper’s Fork one of Franklin’s top attractions. Just don’t tell anyone else about it, okay? Located just a few miles from…
The Ultimate Franklin Fall Bucket List
Read More: The Ultimate Franklin Fall Bucket ListFranklin is certainly a sight to behold in the fall. The crisp weather, vibrant blue skies, autumn leaves, and harvest decorations make walking through the town feel as if you’ve stepped inside an autumn-themed Hallmark movie. Take a drive down the country roads outside Franklin and the red, orange, and gold-hued hills of Williamson County will leave you absolutely speechless. …
Stay, See, Shop & Eat: The Best Spots to Visit on Franklin’s Main Street
Read More: Stay, See, Shop & Eat: The Best Spots to Visit on Franklin’s Main StreetFranklin’s greatest treasure is undoubtedly its historic Main Street. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this bustling thoroughfare runs through the heart of downtown. It expertly combines small-town Southern […]
Middle Tennessee’s Wine Country: Explore & Sip at Arrington Vineyards
Read More: Middle Tennessee’s Wine Country: Explore & Sip at Arrington VineyardsImagine a picnic with some of your favorite people in the beautiful pastoral hills of Tennessee, complete with delicious wines, tasty finger foods, and live jazz playing in the background. It’s hard to beat an outing like this one, which is why Arrington Vineyards has been one of Middle Tennessee’s most popular destinations for tourists and locals alike since opening its doors…
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