City of
FRANKLIN
Population: 83,097
109 Third Ave South • Franklin, TN 37064 • 615-791-3217 • FranklinTN.gov
Franklin is known for preserving its past and strategically planning its future. For that reason, the city has garnered multiple awards and accolades including Best Southern Town and Top Business Friendly City. Most recently the city was honored in August 2020 as one of 10 All-America City award winners. The National Civic League recognized Franklin’s work in inclusive civic engagement to address health and well-being and create stronger connections among residents, businesses, and nonprofit and government leaders. The city, founded in 1799, is the county seat of Williamson County. History is part of the fabric here, making Franklin a favorite tourist destination. Civil War enthusiasts can tour the Battle of Franklin site, where there were more than 10,000 injuries and casualties. For a change of pace, you can survey the downtown’s Victorian architecture and explore
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the historically restored buildings like the Franklin Theatre at 419 Main. The theatre was recently renovated into a state-of-the-art music venue and also hosts theatrical productions and movies. Historic Downtown Franklin encompasses 16 square blocks of antique and gift shops, restaurants, and clothing boutiques. Downtown is also the stage to several annual festivals including The Main Street Festival, Fourth of July celebration, PumpkinFest, and Dickens of a Christmas. To get a closer look at the city’s history, you can take a free self-guided walking tour, such as the African American Heritage tour or the Midnight Sun Scavenger Hunt. Brochures are available at the Visitors Center located at 400 Main Street or go to: VisitFranklin.com Residents looking for a modern shopping experience will enjoy the Cool Springs area with more than 200 restaurants, national chain stores,
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