How Franklin’s Civil War-Era Families Celebrated Christmas
READ MORE: How Franklin’s Civil War-Era Families Celebrated ChristmasHolidays have a way of bridging gaps between people. These shared experiences can not only help us form unique bonds with people from different corners of the world, but also […]
Celebrate Puckett’s 20-Year Anniversary with a Look Back at Its Remarkable Past
READ MORE: Celebrate Puckett’s 20-Year Anniversary with a Look Back at Its Remarkable PastIf there’s one word to describe Franklin, it’s “historic.” And while many of our buildings and landmarks have been well-preserved mainstays for decades, we’re proud to recognize our local businesses that are historic in their own right. Located in the heart of Downtown Franklin, Puckett’s Restaurant has been a beloved staple since 2004. It’s long been revered…
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…
How to Make Awesome Vacation Memories on Your Business Trip to Franklin
READ MORE: How to Make Awesome Vacation Memories on Your Business Trip to FranklinIf you’re lucky enough to travel for work to Franklin, Tennessee, you won’t want to stay in the hotel the whole time. In fact, you may want to clear your schedule entirely with all the activities, food, sights, and adventures that Williamson County offers business travelers. Branch out of the Cool Springs bubble and take…
The Fascinating History Behind Early’s Honey Stand Is a Very Sweet Story
READ MORE: The Fascinating History Behind Early’s Honey Stand Is a Very Sweet StoryOne hundred years ago, the old toll road connecting the rural villages of Franklin and Spring Hill, Tennessee began transforming into U.S. Highway 31. Construction began in 1925, the same year that Mamie Early and her son Erskine set up a roadside market in the shade of an old mulberry tree, where they sold their…
Take a Day Trip to Historic Nolensville for Food, Shopping, and Fun!
READ MORE: Take a Day Trip to Historic Nolensville for Food, Shopping, and Fun!Historic downtown Nolensville has to be one of Middle Tennessee’s best undiscovered day trips. Filled with unique shops you won’t find anywhere else, fantastic restaurants, and a glorious apple orchard that’s perfect for picnics and family photos, it’s a quick drive from both Franklin and Nashville, yet feels worlds away from the area’s bigger cities…
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 […]
5 Reasons You Need to Check Out Franklin’s Amazing New History & Culture Center
READ MORE: 5 Reasons You Need to Check Out Franklin’s Amazing New History & Culture CenterThey don’t call it “historic Franklin” for nothing—the city and its surrounding suburbs have a long timeline of historic significance that includes everything from infamous residents to an important Civil War battle. These stories have been preserved through museums and walking tours, landmarks, and biographies over the years, but a new dedicated destination is focused…
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…
Here are 5 Reasons Why Franklin, Tennessee is World-Famous
READ MORE: Here are 5 Reasons Why Franklin, Tennessee is World-FamousFrom 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 […]
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…
You’ll Totally Fall in Love with the Romantic Story of Walton’s Jewelry
READ MORE: You’ll Totally Fall in Love with the Romantic Story of Walton’s JewelryMelba 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 heavy to carry from show to show, she swapped her strategy to something easier to move, yet just as beautiful: antique jewelry. The hobby eventually…
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