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Living History: The Legacy of the Battle of Franklin, Then and Now
The cannons fired in Franklin, Tennessee, on November 30, 1864, can still be felt reverberating today. That afternoon, the Battle of Franklin became seminal to the outcome of the war,…
Read MoreThe Story of Franklin, Tennessee’s March to Freedom Statue
For many decades, Franklin’s history was interpreted almost entirely through the lens of the wealthy white people who once lived here. Visitors to the town were regaled with cinematic Civil…
Read MoreThese 8 Franklin Stories Should Be Books & Movies
Spend even a few hours in Franklin, and it quickly becomes clear this town has plenty of stories to tell. But while some of its tales have spawned bestselling novels…
Read MoreThe American History You Didn’t Know Was in the Heart of Franklin
Nearly every structure has a story to tell in downtown Franklin, and few are more fascinating than the ones belonging to the Historic Franklin Masonic Hall. The three-story Gothic Revival-style building…
Read MoreMake Your Next Meeting Unforgettable In Franklin
You’ve heard some of the buzz about hosting meetings in Franklin, Tennessee, by now, right? Franklin offers a refreshing take on meetings, a short drive from downtown Nashville and offering up Southern…
Read MoreThe Unique Architecture of Historic Franklin You Must See
History comes alive nearly everywhere you turn in Franklin, Tennessee. The town is home to more beautifully preserved historic structures than just about any other city in the country. “The…
Read MoreThe telling of “The Fuller Story” in Franklin
Three pastors and a historian walk into City Hall. That’s not the opening line to a joke; it’s the action that started a movement in Franklin, Tennessee. That movement is…
Read MoreWilliamson County Road Trips You’ll Love
Whether you’re looking for an unforgettable day trip, a romantic weekend away, or a few scenic Southern days to add to your upcoming Nashville vacation, Franklin is the ideal place…
Read More7 Spooky Halloween Activities in Franklin
What do you get when you combine a dimly lit morgue, a fortune teller, and a group of masked men with chainsaws? Just some of the most legendary Halloween parties…
Read MoreThe Sweetest Spots for Ice Cream Around Franklin
Trying to hold onto childhood memories is like attempting to keep a soft-serve swirl from dripping down the side of your cone on a scorching summer’s day. You pay attention…
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