Some of our Friends

The Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County, dedicated to preserving the architectural, geographic and cultural heritage of our area.

The Williamson County Convention and Visitors' Bureau, for help planning your visit to Franklin.

The Lotz House, which has been on the National Historic Register since 1976, is located in the heart of downtown historic Franklin, Tennessee, at the epicenter of the Battle of Franklin.

The Factory at Franklin  The Factory at Franklin is a vibrant shopping, dining and entertainment complex.  The Factory is a member of the National Register of Historic Places and occupies the circa-1929 buildings that once served as the Dortch Stove Works, Magic Chef and later the Jamison Bedding Company.

Historic Carnton Plantation, antebellum plantation, field hospital and Confederate cemetery, and the setting for The Widow of the South.

Carter House was witness to one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War.

Hilton Garden Inn Nashville Franklin/Cool Springs Save 20% off of our Best Available Rate, Reservations subject to availability. Reservations made easy at Hilton Garden Inn. Just five miles from historic downtown Franklin.

TNguy, "The most thorough source of Tennessee travel information on the planet."  

Tennessee Vacation Guide for help planning your trip to the Volunteer State.

The Battle of Franklin, best blog on the subject. 

Save the Franklin Battlefield, a non-profit organization dedicated to saving Civil War sites in Williamson County. 

Civil War Preservation Trust is the oldest and most effective organization dedicated to preserving American Civil War battlefields. 

Landmark Booksellers, the coolest bookstore for miles around, specializing in rare, out-of-print and used books.  

The Brentwood, a classic bed and breakfast in beautiful Brentwood, Tennessee.

The Natchez Trace  What Is The Natchez Trace Parkway? The 444-mile Natchez Trace Parkway commemorates an ancient trail that connected southern portions of the Mississippi River, through Alabama, to salt licks in today's central Tennessee. Today, visitors can experience this National Scenic Byway and All-American Road through driving, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and camping.

Downtown Nashville Hilton Hotel  

Tennessee Department of Tourism Development

Reservations are required for all tours.  For more information or to make a reservation, call 615-400-3808. We take cash, checks and credit cards. Click  here to pay for tickets by credit card.