The City of Franklin was founded October 26, 1799 and was named after Benjamin Franklin, a close friend of Dr. Hugh Williamson, a member of the Continental Congress for whom Williamson County …

Founded in 1799 and named after Benjamin Franklin. One of the bloodiest battles in the Civil War took place here, bringing thousands of historic tourists each year to visit the site of the Battle of Franklin, …

Franklin has diverse historic and architectural resources, spanning its award-winning Main Street, late-19th and early-to-mid-20th-century neighborhoods, historic cemeteries, rural farmsteads, scenic …

These five markers tell the story of an old courthouse on the square where slaves were bought and sold, the Battle of Franklin, the US Colored Troop Soldiers, the 1867 race riot that occurred in Franklin and …

The City of Franklin owns and operates six (6) Historic Parks located throughout the city. Please make a point, while visiting Franklin, to enjoy our National Landmarks and learn of the city's history during …

Franklin Fire Department Accepting Applications for Fire Intern Program City of Franklin Expands Cardboard and Glass Recycling Access with Five New Drop-Off Locations Across the City

Meet Franklin’s first known Fire Captain - Benjamin Swett Tappan. According to The Independent Gazette, the Board of Mayor and Aldermen passed the Franklin Fire Prevention Act on January 22, …

Franklin is a unique blend of history and progress. Since our beginning in 1799, we have grown from a tiny, agricultural community into a strong blend of residential, commercial and corporate citizens.

Downtown Franklin, comprised of a beautiful 15 block historic district, offers true Southern hospitality with a great American Mainstreet and 200 years of rich history.

Franklin, Tennessee, has a rich, evolving history marked by significant growth over the past 40 years. This has been a transformational time for the community, leading to a recent vision statement by …