Attractions

Arrington Vineyards & Winery is centrally located to Franklin and Nashville.  The unique Tasting Lodge, built from rustic timbers and Tennessee fieldstone, affords breathtaking views of the rolling hills and  beautiful countryside.Complimentary tastings are available in the rustic tasting lodge to visitors over twenty-one years of age. MUSIC IN THE... MORE >>

The Boiling Spring Academy is a restored two-story school house built in 1832. The Academy opened in 1833 as a private school for boys of wealthy landowners and became a public school in 1887. The restored schoolhouse is now owned by the City of Brentwood and is located in Primm Park. The Park is the site of two National Register properties:... MORE >>

Home to the New York Times bestseller, The Widow of the South, this elegant plantation home became a makeshift field hospital during the fierce Battle of Franklin. Carnton Plantation offers daily tours of the beautifully restored mansion, ornamental gardens, and the largest privately owned Confederate cemetery in the country. The Fleming Visitor's... MORE >>

The Carter House, built in 1830, was the epicenter of the Civil War’s Battle of Franklin. Daily tours include video presentation, museum, and guided tour of the farmhouse and grounds.Admission: yesHours: Mon-Sat 9am - 5pm, Sun noon - 5pm(Closed most major holidays)GROUPS: Groups enjoy touring the Carter House. Large groups would be divided into... MORE >>

Located in Brentwood's Crockett Park, the Cool Springs House was originally built in 1830 as a two-room log home.  Major additions and renovations have turned the log home into a beautifully restored house and grounds. Not open to the public for tours.

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-of-a-kind retail stores, culinary school, theater, working artisans, farmer’s market... MORE >>

Fort Granger, built in 1862 by Union troops as afederal post and signaling station, is accessible by short hike fromFranklin's Pinkerton Park. A walking trail leads to an overlook of the south part of the city. Surrounding the perimeter of the site are trenches dug by Civil WarTroops.

The beautifully restored Franklin Theatre has been brought back to life as a state-of-the art, mutli-use entertainment venue for live performances, movies and events that seats 290+.Buy tickets at the box office 30 minutes before the first showing of the day or online at www.franklintheatre.comMOVIES: Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat Matinee, SunLIVE... MORE >>

Golf House Tennessee houses the state's three major golf associations: Tn Golf Assn, Tn PGA and the TN Golf Foundation with displays of memorabilia and the history of each association.

This beautiful 15-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 quaint Main Street offers more than history. You'll find unique shops, restaurants, antiques stores and more to enjoy.GROUPS:... MORE >>

Welcome to Iris City Gardens. We grow a wide variety of beautiful flowers. Our gardens have thousands of iris, daylillies and peonies in full bloom and we are open for visitors Wednesday through Sunday, 9 am until 4 pm, April 14th to June 27th. Open by appointment only throughout the year (closed Mon & Tue).There are iris, daylillies, peonies... MORE >>

Leiper’s Fork is a charming historic village located just minutes from Historic Downtown Franklin in some of Middle Tennessee's most beautiful countryside.  Here you'll find a friendly atmosphere and one-of-a-kind shops, antiques, artisans, and an art gallery, as well as plenty of good ol' country cookin' and entertainment.  And it's located just... MORE >>

Where memories of the Civil War…a vanished era, linger…History of the HouseLotz House, which has been on the National Historic Register since 1976 is located in the heart of downtown historic Franklin, Tennessee at "ground zero" for the Battle of Franklin which was a pivotal battle in the Civil War on November 30, 1864.The house was built in 1858... MORE >>

History holds a unique and moving story through artifacts, pictures and exhibits at the McLemore House. Built by a former slave, this museum home chronicles the struggles, triumphs and significant contributions of African Americans in Williamson County. Open Thursday-Saturday, 10am-2pm. Custom tours and other tour times available by reservation.... MORE >>

The Natchez Trace Parkway, a National Scenic Byway, closely follows the course of the ancient trace traveled for centuries by tradesmen and Indians from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee passing through Williamson County. The double arch bridge, a 12 million dollar architectural marvel, is the highlight of the trace for Williamson... MORE >>

The town of Nolensville, Tennessee welcomes you! Established in 1839, it is a quaint community with a village feel. Enjoy shopping, award-winning restaurants, and historic points of interest. The historic downtown district is being revitalized along with the main shopping area in Nolensville. There are six properties listed on the historic... MORE >>

O'More College of Design is located in the historic downtown district of Franklin. The centerpieces of the campus are the circa 1866 Abbey Leix Mansion and the circa 1887 Fleming-Farrar Hall, which houses the Sensory Teaching & Learning Center.The campus also features a sensory garden walk in a lovely park setting complete with outdoor benches... MORE >>

Williamson County Archives serves as a repository for all official records of Williamson County though its treasures extend well beyond that as seen in the Archives Museum. The growing collection includes such items as vintage clothing, quilts, furniture, photos, paintings, military uniforms, knick-knacks, a moonshine still and more. Open... MORE >>

Winstead Hill Park is located south of Mack Hatcher Pkwy on Columbia Avenue. It is a 61-acre historic battle site with a 3/4 mile walking trail and restrooms. Winstead Hill was the vantage point from which General John BellHood observed his advancing Confederate troops.