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Franklin, TN, just 20 miles from the heart of downtown Nashville, has truly earned the “Number One Small Town in Tennessee” accolade it so proudly bears.
Barely recognizable as the sleepy farm town it was prior to the 1970s, the Williamson County seat has stubbornly maintained its charm and identity, all the while staying two steps ahead of its exceptional popularity and growth.
Franklin is the kind of place that makes you smile as you drive down Main Street. The downtown streetscape is reminiscent of a century past, the businesses thriving and vibrant, and its restaurants will keep you coming back for more. From iconic baked goods or BBQ, 4-star restaurants, cafés, and ethnic offerings, your palette is sure to get a great work out. Downtown Franklin offers a mix of antique shops, gift and book stores, art galleries, and clothiers, and boasts some of the best shopping and dining in Middle Tennessee. It’s no wonder Franklin was named a Top Date Night destination!
Downtown Franklin is known for its frequent and outstanding festivals like “Dickens of a Christmas,” Pumpkinfest, Brew Fest, and Main Street Fest. The popular Art Crawl takes place the first Friday night of each month, and more likely than not, you’ll find troubadours out on the streets on warm summer nights.
The iconic circa 1939 Franklin Theatre received an $8M update a few years ago. You can take in state-of-the-art live theater or music there, and when there isn’t a headliner scheduled, you can catch a movie too. Just up the road at The Factory you can also participate in a live radio show, “Music City Roots” on most Wednesday nights. Always something to do!
History buffs will be interested to know that just a stone’s throw from downtown are several 1864 Battle of Franklin historic sites including the Carter House, Lotz House, Carnton Plantation & McGavock Confederate Cemetery, Fort Granger and Winstead Hill. The battle was one of the worst disasters for the Confederate Army resulting in devastating losses.
The original town of Franklin (founded by Abram Maury, and named after Benjamin Franklin) was just 8 blocks square, bordered by North and South Margin Streets. The very first subdivision of ninety acres was created in 1819, and dubbed Hincheyville after merchant Hinchea Petway. Almost 200 years later, the subdivisions continue to be created!
Today, Franklin is home to major corporations, expanding businesses and remarkable growth. It features distinctly unique areas within its environs, from urban retail & bustle to laid back nostalgia and handholding romance. It continues to become a place that people want to call home.
We’re glad you’re here and invite you to truly make yourself at home. Welcome! And if you ever have questions, be sure to give us a call!
