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Museums Incorporated in 1855, the town of Franklin, North Carolina has a whole lot of history! This small town has three separate museums downtown to showcase its rich heritage. The Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum focuses on native gems and minerals from the region and tells the story of how they contributed to the colonization … Read more
In Franklin, North Carolina, Fall celebrations can be found every weekend and around every corner during the month of October. The leaves are changing, the colder weather has created an air of excitement, and everyone is ready to enjoy our favorite season in the mountains. But, of all the celebrations and traditions for Autumn in … Read more
In Franklin, North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts is known for the wide variety of entertainment that graces its stage each year. There are musicians, talent competitions, magicians, Broadway musicals, and much more to see in this theatre. But on Saturday, October 14, for the third year in a row, the … Read more
Now that October has arrived in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the Fall colors will begin to appear all across the region as the cooler weather moves in. Because the mountain elevations have such a drastic range, the leaf changes always occur at different times throughout the month depending upon the location of the … Read more
For locals and visitors alike, Franklin, North Carolina has been a mountain oasis for years, even decades. There are residents who live on property that has been in their family for generations and residents who visited the area as children and chose to move to Franklin as adults. There are those “old timers” who can … Read more
“Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don’t need to escape from.” – Seth Godin We’ve often heard folks say they dream of living somewhere they visited on vacation, but they never take the steps to make it a reality. It seems too unrealistic or too … Read more
“Country in is the air!” And the Macon County Fair is coming to Franklin in less than two weeks. Each year, Macon County welcomes the arrival of Fall with the perfect outdoor event for both locals and visitors alike. The family-friendly fun will begin on September 20 at the Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center just off … Read more
Franklin High School Panthers Football in Franklin, NC Football Season has officially begun! For all those who love the game, this time of year is anticipated months in advance, and now that it’s finally here, every weekend offers new excitement. While the televised games are certainly enjoyable, it’s not the same as actually attending a … Read more
Each year, numerous events take place in downtown Franklin, North Carolina. Festivals, craft markets, local vendor strolls, seasonal celebrations, concerts, food markets, and many others delight local residents and visitors throughout the year. And we’re very excited that another fun, family-friendly event has been added to the calendar this September! On Saturday, September 9 from … Read more
One of the best parts of living in Franklin, North Carolina is that the town has managed to maintain all of its small-town charm while growing and adding numerous amenities to the area. Even though you can find chain department stores, groceries, and gas stations, the region is still rich with locally-owned places. Local residents … Read more
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