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Timeless Tales: The Mitten

Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County 108 Bridge Street, Franklin, TN

"The Mitten" is a whimsical tale about a boy's lost mitten that unexpectedly becomes a cozy refuge for a growing number of woodland animals, leading to a humorous and heartwarming ending. Join us at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center on Friday, February 14th at 9 AM for a magical journey through the world of classic […]

2024 Year in Review

The Franklin Theatre 419 Main Street, Franklin, TN

SAVE THE DATE! You’re invited to join our exclusive community reception on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 6 PM at The Franklin Theatre as we reflect back on the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 2024 successes and look forward to what 2025 has in store for us. Enjoy a short presentation, some special surprises, and […]

Black History Heroes: Voices of Service- Commemorating George Jordan and other Local Heroes

Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County 108 Bridge Street, Franklin, TN

YOU'RE INVITED! Join us for an inspiring evening at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center as we partner with the African American Heritage Society to honor the legacy of Sargent George Jordan and other remarkable local heroes who served our community. Let's come together to celebrate their contributions and learn more about their stories. ​This FREE […]

Homeschool Days at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center: Kindergarten Field Trip

Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County 108 Bridge Street, Franklin, TN

Please join us as we provide unique programming for your homeschool students each Wednesday in March. Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Suggested age: 5-6-year-olds TITLE:   “I See ME in Franklin” ACTIVITY:   Lifesize Map + Historic Dollhouse Tour with Post-Field Trip activity for the classroom SUMMARY:   Students will immerse themselves in present-day Franklin, exploring iconic buildings in […]

Homeschool Days at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center: First Grade Field Trip

Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County 108 Bridge Street, Franklin, TN

Please join us as we provide unique programming for your homeschool students each Wednesday in March. Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Suggested age: 6–7-year-olds TITLE: My Franklin Timeline ACTIVITY: Living Timeline and Time Traveling Stations with Post-Field Trip activity for the classroom SUMMARY: Journey through historic Franklin, Tennessee, as we explore landmarks and sites that trace […]

Homeschool Days at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center: Second Grade Field Trip

Please join us as we provide unique programming for your homeschool students each Wednesday in March. Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Suggested age: 7–8-year-olds TITLE: Who was Benjamin Franklin? ACTIVITY: Explore Benjamin Franklin’s legacy through trivia, timelines, and stations, oh my! with Post-Field Trip activity for the classroom SUMMARY: Join us as we explore the life […]

Homeschool Days at the Moore-Morris History and Culture Center: Third Grade Field Trip

Moore-Morris History & Culture Center of Williamson County 108 Bridge Street, Franklin, TN

Please join us as we provide unique programming for your homeschool students each Wednesday in March. Wednesday, March 26, 2025 Suggested age: 8–9-year-olds TITLE: Problems and Solutions: The Impact of the Industrial Revolution ACTIVITY: Thoughtful discussion and “See, Think, Wonder” Stations with Post-Field Trip activity for the classroom SUMMARY: All aboard as we travel back […]

41st Annual Main Street Festival | 2025

The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN’s Main Street Festival is a highly-anticipated, annual tradition held in the historic downtown of Franklin, Tennessee. Consistently listed among the top 20 events in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society, Main Street Festival is expected to attract 100,000+ visitors.  The festival features more than 200 high-quality arts and […]

40th Annual Pumpkinfest | 2025

The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County’s 40th Annual PumpkinFest is Middle Tennessee’s largest family Fall festival that returns on Saturday, October 25, 2025. With more than 115,000 people in attendance in 2023, the festival stretches along Main Street and its side avenues in downtown Franklin and offers tons of festive fun for people of all […]

40th Annual Dickens of a Christmas | 2025

Welcoming a record 150,000 visitors in 2024, Dickens of a Christmas recreates the time of Charles Dickens using historic downtown Franklin’s charming architecture as the backdrop. A variety of musicians, dancers and Dickens characters will fill the streets. Expect to see and interact with the nefarious Fagin from Oliver Twist; Jacob Marley, Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny […]