The 7 Most Romantic Restaurants for a Date Night in Franklin, Tennessee
READ MORE: The 7 Most Romantic Restaurants for a Date Night in Franklin, TennesseeValentine’s Day is coming in hot, and if you haven’t snagged a reservation yet, now’s the time. Franklin’s restaurant scene has evolved so much over the last few years—we’ve got everything from candlelit steakhouses to cozy new spots where you can actually hear each other talk (revolutionary, I know). Whether you’re celebrating with your longtime…
The Factory: Celebrating a Century of History & Community in Franklin, Tennessee
READ MORE: The Factory: Celebrating a Century of History & Community in Franklin, TennesseeWhen you first walk into The Factory at Franklin, you can feel the history of the building (and the buzz). For 100 years, this space has been transformed from a stove manufacturing plant into a vibrant gathering place that has been affectionately referenced as “Franklin’s living room.” Today, locals and visitors alike come to watch a…
Experience January, Franklin’s MICHELIN Green Star Restaurant
READ MORE: Experience January, Franklin’s MICHELIN Green Star RestaurantAmong all the hoopla last November when the prestigious MICHELIN Guide handed out stars to 19 restaurants in the American South region, almost overlooked was the fact that a Franklin restaurant joined an even more exclusive club as one of only five establishments to receive a Green Star designation from the MICHELIN inspectors. January, the…
The 7 Best Romantic Experiences & Getaways in Franklin
READ MORE: The 7 Best Romantic Experiences & Getaways in FranklinOften, 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…
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 in the South—a geographical footprint so large that you can travel from the flatlands to the ridges of the Highland Rim, gaining more than 800…
What Every History Lover Must See in Franklin
READ MORE: What Every History Lover Must See in FranklinIf you’re a history lover, you’re probably already familiar with Franklin, Tennessee. In November 1864, Confederate troops met Union soldiers and fought in the Battle of Franklin, a five-hour conflict and one of the Civil War’s bloodiest. The Confederate General, John Bell Hood, lost nearly a third of his men to the battle and suffered…
6 Incredibly Cozy Places to Warm Up This Winter in Franklin, Tennessee
READ MORE: 6 Incredibly Cozy Places to Warm Up This Winter in Franklin, TennesseeThe sky is gray, the air is biting, and you’re sure you just caught a whiff of impending snow. It’s the time of year when we’re all extra grateful for our earmuffs, mittens, and the puffs of warm air emanating from the stores we’re hurrying past while Christmas shopping. But hold on a second. Why…
Franklin’s Retro Holiday Guide: 5 Ways to Find Vintage Fun at Any Age
READ MORE: Franklin’s Retro Holiday Guide: 5 Ways to Find Vintage Fun at Any AgeThe holidays can be overwhelming. Between shopping lists, travel plans, and endless ads, the season sometimes feels more like overconsumption than celebration. I often find myself reminiscing about how simple the holidays felt as a kid, or looking at old photos of my parents’ Christmases, when joy seemed to come from smaller moments. If you’re…
Celebrating Christmas in Franklin, Tennessee: A Guide to Local Holiday Traditions
READ MORE: Celebrating Christmas in Franklin, Tennessee: A Guide to Local Holiday TraditionsAs someone who’s spent 31 holiday seasons here, I can attest that Franklin transforms into a living Hallmark movie when the calendar strikes November. Main Street becomes a Christmas village […]
Festive Franklin Finds: Where to Find the Best Local Holiday Gifts
READ MORE: Festive Franklin Finds: Where to Find the Best Local Holiday GiftsThe holidays are right around the corner! And while there’s much to celebrate, it’s easy to let the stress of one thing get in the way of being merry and bright: shopping. Luckily for us, we have a plethora of local small businesses and markets that make finding that unique gift easier than ever, all…
12 Amazing Things to Do in Charming Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee
READ MORE: 12 Amazing Things to Do in Charming Leiper’s Fork, TennesseeSmall-town America may seem like a dream of years past. There’s no way that you could stumble across an idyllic, charming town with a slower pace of life, always-friendly locals, peaceful evenings around a firepit, and impromptu musical numbers by world-class musicians…right? I tell nay-sayers to take a little trip over to Leiper’s Fork. I first…
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…
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