History
Here are 5 Reasons Why Franklin, Tennessee is World-Famous
From the outside, Franklin, Tennessee holds obvious charm. Downtown Main Street is one of the most picturesque streets in the country, for instance — a stretch of local businesses, eateries, and boutiques…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to a Superb Spring Break in Franklin, Tennessee
It’s hard to imagine any place more gorgeous than Franklin in the springtime. Flowers bloom everywhere you look and the landscape transforms almost overnight from dull brown to vibrant shades…
Read MoreDiscover the Fascinating History of Franklin’s Black Citizens on This House Tour
Franklin 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…
Read MoreYou’ll Totally Fall in Love with the Romantic Story of Walton’s Jewelry
Melba Walton was always an entrepreneur. It began as a side hustle, where she sold reclaimed furniture at flea markets in the 1960s and 70s. When the furniture became too…
Read MoreLearn How Historians Are Ensuring “The Fuller Story” Is Told at Rippa Villa
Just 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…
Read More12 Surprising Facts About Franklin, Tennessee That Will Amaze You
[Featured Image: Franklin’s Main Street, ca. 1925. Photo courtesy of Rick Warwick and the Historical Society of Williamson County.] The turn of the calendar to 2024 is a milestone for…
Read More6 Perfect Pairings for a Lovely Fall Day in Franklin
Fall and Franklin go together like peanut butter and jelly. Separately, they’re wonderful—but together, they’re a harmonious duo that bring joy to all. From the golden patchwork of foliage along…
Read MoreYou’ll Love The Story Behind The Factory at Franklin’s New Carousel
Ken Means has been carving his legacy for 30 years. Now, it’s about to come to life at The Factory at Franklin in the form of a carousel full of Means’ menagerie…
Read More48 Hours in Franklin: How to Experience the Perfect Fall Getaway
It’s hard to put your finger on what makes fall in Franklin, Tennessee an other-worldly experience. It might be that the temperatures give way from summer’s brutal heat to provide…
Read MoreReady for a Road Trip? 9 Can’t-Miss Stops between Memphis & Franklin
As a born-and-raised Middle Tennessee guy, Franklin will always have the majority of my heart, but I spent my youth making the road trip to Memphis to visit family and…
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