Downtown Franklin

Story Time with the Princesses
2018-05-05 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | TN
The Purple Butterfly is excited to present our first in a series of children’s “Story Time with the Princesses.” Our first special reading guest is Snow White on Saturday, May 5th. “Story Time with the Princesses” will be the first Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. Along with the story, we’ll have a hands-on activity and a special treat for the little ones. Moms and Dads, grab a coffee next door at The Coffee House and enjoy the fun!

PATSY CLINE PBS Screening and Panel Discussion
2018-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
Screening of the documentary shown as part of the American Masters series on PBS. Learn about the life and legacy of Country Music Icon Patsy Cline through this Emmy nominated film. Family, friends and historians share their thoughts on one of the worlds most recognizable voices. A special panel of guests will take the stage immediately following the film for a question and answer session. Patsy’s daughter Julie Fudge will be in attendance as well as several other panel members. This event takes place one day before the anniversary of Patsy Cline’s birthday. TICKETS : 615-538-2076 franklintheatre.com

Bootleggers Bash
2018-09-28 18:30 - 22:30 UTC
This annual fundraiser is inspired by the rich bootlegging history of Williamson County. Bootlegger’s Bash is an event which features all things truly Southern: sampling of local whiskeys, delicious Southern cooking, and a lively band—all in the garden at Carnton under twinkling lights & lush greenery. Make your reservations and plans with friends for this casual & laid back evening to show your support for preservation.
Tasting ticket: $35 per person
Includes tastings from local distillers
VIP ticket: $65 for singles/$100 for couples
Includes tastings from local distillers, dinner, and live entertainment
Ticket proceeds go to the Carnton springhouse restoration!
Tickets must be purchased in advance. 21 & up only.
Contact: Jayde Smith, Event Coordinator jayde@boft.org or (615) 786-1864

Bootleggers Bash
2018-09-28 18:30 - 23:00 UTC
The Bootleggers Bash event invites guests to celebrate Williamson County’s unique history of bootlegging with a casual evening featuring several Tennessee distillers and tasting options. Guests can also enjoy a hole hog roast dinner and other southern food. Proceeds from this event go to the Battle of Franklin Trust and their efforts to preserve the springhouse at Carnton. The evening is sure to be full of fun and high spirits!

Patti Callahan Book Signing
2018-09-30 15:00 - 17:00 UTC
Hear Patti Callahan Henry share her story about her latest book, Becoming Mrs. Lewis a novel about C. S. Lewis’s wife Joy Davidman. You can buy a copy too and we bet she will even sign it for you! Patti will be at Landmark Booksellers on Sunday, September 30, 2018 from 3-5pm.

Julia Fowler Book Signing
2018-10-05 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Come join author Julia Fowler at Landmark Booksellers on Friday, October 5, 2018 at 6pm as she signs copies of her new book Talk Southern To Me.
Landmark Booksellers is located in the heart of Historic Franklin, Tennessee, at 114 East Main Street, Franklin, Tennessee 37064.
Talk Southern To Me: Stories and Sayings to Accent Your Life is a love letter to the South. Julia Fowler, creator of YouTube’s Southern Women Channel, home to the viral video series, “Sh%t Southern Women Say” has written a collection of stories and sayings that has been endorsed by Dolly Parton as “fun, informative, and oh-so Southern.” Julia’s laugh-out-loud truths and observations about the South include essays on charm, beauty and style, chewin’ the fat, love and marriage and more. It’s full of yes ma’ams and no sirs, seersucker and hairspray, sweet tea and skeeters and more Southern sayings than you can shake a stick at. It’s gooder than grits, y’all!

Halloween Evening Ghost Tours at the Lotz House
2018-10-31 17:30 - 21:30 UTC
This Halloween, Franklin on Foot will partner with the Lotz House to offer the first-ever Halloween evening ghost tour on the property. Guided by Margie Thessin, author of “Ghosts of Franklin: Tennessee’s Most Haunted Town,” guests will have the chance to experience the Civil War spirits that are said to haunt the historic home recently featured on the Travel Channel’s “Haunted Live!”
At the center of the gruesome Battle of Franklin, the Lotz House has witnessed untold bloodshed. The traumatic past and the unexplained phenomena seen by many of its visitors led the home to be dubbed the “Second-Most Terrifying Place in America” by the Travel Channel. These strange happenings include a woman crying out for a loved one, a little girl staring out the window and ordinary items that just won’t stay put.
Guests are highly encouraged to come in costume, and one individual from each tour will be awarded a prize for best costume. Snacks and refreshments will also be provided. Guided tours will begin at 5:30 p.m. and run every hour until the final tour ends at 10:30. Tickets are $35, and there are a limited number of spots available. To purchase your tickets, visit www.franklinonfoot.com.

Blue & Gray Days
2018-11-08 09:00 - 17:00 UTC
Blue & Gray Days draws hundreds of children and adult spectators every year. At both Carter House and Carnton, guests will meet Civil War re-enactors and get hands-on experience with clothes, trades, and weapons of the past. This living history experience is the perfect field trip and great for families.
Contact: Sarah Falck, Education Coordinator
sarah@boft.org or (615) 786-1864

Admission for Blue & Gray Days is included with the purchase of a Classic House Tour. A grounds pass only may be purchased for $10.00.

Tin Cottage Holiday Open House
2018-11-08 16:00 - 19:00 UTC
Special Guest Katie Jacobs will be signing her best selling book, So Much to Celebrate, at Tin Cottage Holiday Open House, Thursday, November 8th, 4-7pm. Join us for food, drink and merriment and get a jump start on gift shopping and holiday entertaining pieces.

Battle of Franklin 5k & Fun Run
2018-11-17 07:30 - 21:30 UTC
Join us for our fourth annual 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Fun Run! Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome. This event is pet friendly and accepts day-of registrations. Volunteers needed.
Contact Jayde Smith at (615) 794-0903 or jayde@boft.org for more information!

Holiday Storytime with the Polar Express Conductor
2018-11-26 08:00 - 17:00 UTC
Ever wonder how to get to the North Pole? The Polar Express of course! Meet the conductor of this magical train at the Visitor Center on Saturday, December 8th as he reads his favorite holiday story “The Polar Express” to children young and old. Get your picture taken with him then head over to the Franklin Theatre to catch The Polar Express on the big screen!

Illumination - 154th Anniversary of the Battle of Franklin
2018-11-30 16:00 - 19:00 UTC
On Friday, November 30, 2018, The Battle of Franklin Trust will once again display luminaries at dusk to honor the 10,000 casualties inflicted during the Battle of Franklin 154 years ago. Both houses, Carter House and Carnton, will be open and free to the public from 5:00pm-7:00pm. A brief ceremony will start the event.
Free admission for the public.
For more details visit: https://boft.org/battle-of-franklin-anniversary-illumination
