This beautiful 16-block historic district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places is a 'Great American' Main Street experience! Centered by the town square and surrounded by lovely Victorian architecture, this vibrant Main Street offers more than history.

On November 30, 1864, Carnton was witness to one of the bloodiest battles of the entire Civil War. Everything the McGavock family ever knew was forever changed.

The Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile national scenic byway and National Park, closely follows the course of the ancient trace traveled for centuries by tradesmen and Native Americans from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee passing through Williamson County.

Built circa 1929, The historic Factory is  a complex of 11 depression-era factory buildings which have been renovated into one of Tennessee's most unique shopping, dining, and entertainment venues!  Restaurants, antiques shops, art galleries, one-

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In 1830, Fountain Branch Carter built a brick farmhouse just south of downtown Franklin for his small family. On November 30, 1864, the Battle of Franklin raged across the fields south of town, scarring the landscape, claiming the lives of thousands and changing life on the Carter Farm forever. 

Leiper's Fork Distillery is honored to bring back a lost art and history to Williamson County - a county that has always put its history and heritage at the forefront.

The Lotz House is TripAdvisor’s No. 1 rated attraction in Franklin. Lotz House is located in the heart of downtown Franklin at "ground zero" for the Battle of Franklin, which was a pivotal battle in the Civil War on November 30, 1864.

Hampton Inn and Suites is located next to CoolSprings Galleria Mall minutes from Franklin’s historic downtown district. Stroll on the commemorative brick sidewalks and shop the trendy boutiques, antique shops, and cafes.