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…
7 Holiday Must-Do’s for Franklin First-Timers
READ MORE: 7 Holiday Must-Do’s for Franklin First-TimersI’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: The holidays in downtown Franklin are a Hallmark movie brought to life. There are bundled-up shoppers finding the perfect gifts up and down Main Street, immersive seasonal events nearly every weekend, and, of course, decorations galore. It’s no surprise that Franklin has grown into a top…
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…
Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee: The Revival of a Small-Town Gem
READ MORE: Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee: The Revival of a Small-Town GemNestled along the winding Natchez Trace Parkway, Leiper’s Fork feels like a place lost in time—but in the best way possible. Victorian cottage-style storefronts lean into each other, guitars hum from open porches, and strangers chat with you as if they’ve known you forever. Today, this tiny village outside Franklin, Tennessee, is one of the…
Free Franklin Fun: 6 Things To Do in Town That Don’t Cost A Dime
READ MORE: Free Franklin Fun: 6 Things To Do in Town That Don’t Cost A DimeLooking for ways to have summer fun without destroying your budget in the process? There are many fun, free things to do in Franklin each summer, whether you’re looking for family-friendly adventures or a romantic outdoor date idea. Here are some of our favorite free Franklin activities that every age can enjoy. Watch a Movie…
These 8 Scenic Drives Around Franklin Will Take Your Breath Away
READ MORE: These 8 Scenic Drives Around Franklin Will Take Your Breath AwayWhile 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.…
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