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Inspiring Women Owned Businesses in Franklin
Entertainment icon Dolly Parton… Suffragette Anne Dallas Dudley… Olympic legend Wilma Rudolph… Astronaut Dr. Margaret Rhea Seddon… Basketball pioneer Pat Head Summitt… what do all of these wildly accomplished and historic women have in common? They call(ed) Tennessee home. The year 2020 marks 100 years since the ratification of the 19th amendment to the Constitution,…
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 that dress up for every season and welcome visitors with warm Southern hospitality. But Main Street isn’t the only reason that Franklin has become one…
6 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 the Natchez Trace to the ripening apples at Morning Glory Orchard, there are myriad fall activities across Williamson County to delight visitors and locals of all ages. And,…
7 Surprising Facts You’ll Learn on a Franklin Walking Tour!
There’s no better way to learn about downtown Franklin’s rich history than on a walking tour with Franklin on Foot’s Margie Thessin. She’s been showing off the city to visitors since 1997, and her tours are chock-full of fascinating details you won’t hear anywhere else. Here are just a few tidbits she shared with us…
9 Reasons Franklin is an Outdoor Lover’s Dream Destination
Sure, Franklin has a world-class music scene, a downtown stretch fit for a postcard, and all the conveniences of a big city with warm, welcoming small-town locals — but have you considered our possibilities for outdoor adventure? Throughout Williamson County, you’ll come across rolling hills, long stretches of flat farmland, the swift-coursing Harpeth River, a…
The 10 Franklin Tours You Must Experience
Do you find yourself regularly reading commemorative markers? Pouring over articles about the history of the next stop on your itinerary? Asking an artist-in-residence if the rumors of the ghost in their gallery are true? (Maybe that one’s just me.) If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be eligible to book…
The Haunting Experiences on a Franklin Ghost Tour
It’s no surprise a historic town like Franklin has an ample supply of supernatural stories, and you can learn all about them on Franklin on Foot’s popular Ghost Tour. The family-friendly walking tour covers Civil War spies, failed businessmen, soldiers, and socialites, all of whom frequent downtown Franklin’s homes and businesses — but tour operator Margie…
Guide to Franklin with Kids From Franklin Moms
One of the most important things I’ve learned while traveling with kids is that their most treasured vacation memories are often completely unexpected. They’ll forget everything about the famous museum we visit but rhapsodize months later about the fresh-baked cookies in the cafe we stopped at afterward. They’ll pose with bored and irritated faces at…
Your 10,000 Step Guide To Franklin
Getting your steps in couldn’t be easier with sights around every corner in Franklin, Tennessee. Whether you’re shopping around downtown, perusing boutique after boutique at the Factory, enjoying the natural beauty of Leiper’s Fork, or trekking the perimeter of Bowie Nature Park, pick and choose your 10,000-step journey to get a taste of Tennessee’s culture….