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ARTS & CULTURE


Vegas Baby
A Vintage Affair celebrates 25 years with its biggest fundraiser yet, pairing Rat Pack glamour and live entertainment with community impact.


Hometown Sound, National Stage
The Franklin High School Band is heading to the 2026 Rose Parade and needs community support to make the trip possible.


A Painted Story
INTERVIEW BY ANNA ROBERTSON HAM | PHOTOGRAPHED BY REBECCA MARTIN Kelly Harwood Carries on a Legacy of Creativity at Gallery 202 Brush strokes of talent and history line the walls at Gallery 202 . It is seen and felt the moment you walk through the gallery doors. The artwork is that of many voices—from paintings to sculptures—and it speaks to every person in different ways. Whether you are an art enthusiast or just curious, you cannot help but marvel as you stroll through the


Start Messy, Start Scared, Just Start: One Frame at a Time with Tausha Dickinson
Tausha Dickinson knows how to freeze time and capture a moment. Her creative style, professionalism and spirited personality have made her a go-to photographer in middle Tennessee.


Southern Wisdom: An Insider's Guide to Sayings 'n' Such
Generation after generation of southerners have built their unique and rich culture, which includes their own dialect of English. Combining age-old customs with contemporary ideas, Southern Wisdom is a fun and funny illustrated gift book exploring the stories, history, and customs defining the South. From famous accents, yes there is more than one, to the always contested barbecue techniques, this book reveals the distinctive elements of southern living. And if you believe


A Spotlight on Al Thomas, Owner of Sperry’s
From the first time I met him, I have had a lot of admiration and respect for Mr. Al Thomas. He is a true Southern Gentleman.


Lost Restaurants of Williamson County
There was a time when the dining options in Williamson County were limited, but the restaurants that did operate here served as hubs.


The Inaugural M.F.K. Fisher Symposium Celebrates Women in Food & Storytelling
the inaugural M.F.K. Fisher Symposium for Women in Food & Storytelling, taking place April 4th and 5th, in Nashville.


Elevate Your Events with Rose & Plum Living
Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Rose & Plum Living is here to bring your vision to life.


Broadway At Our Backdoor - Studio Tenn Theatre Company
From singing to acting to dancing–Studio Tenn Theatre Company brings all this talent to the stage and beyond.


Ronald Sander Ligon, Sr.
Honoring Ronald Ligon & Louise Lynch, Williamson County icons who shaped our community through passion, service, and historic legacies.


Historic Schools of Williamson County
Female Institute The Tennessee Female College was opened in 1857 by the Tennessee Methodist Conference, and operated from this imposing...


Franklin's Founding Father - Abram Maury
As we celebrate Franklin and Williamson County's 225 years, with all its history; I couldn’t help but try and imagine what were the hopes...


The Factory at Franklin Celebrates 95 Years
Construction began ninety-five years ago at 230 Franklin Road, kick-starting an industrial journey that shaped the economic and cultural...


Legacy of the Land
Lillie Mills Joshua B. Lillie established the Franklin Flouring Mill in 1869. C.H. Corn and W.F. Eakin purchased the mill in 1909. In...


Saving Franklin's Main Street
During the mid-twentieth century, the powers that be decided to “improve” Main Street to make it more shopper-friendly. Picturesque brick...


Historic Businesses in Williamson County
Franklin Theatre The Franklin Theatre, a Main Street icon since 1937, was the first air-conditioned building in town, charging ten cents...


African American Heritage in Williamson County
Generations of African Americans have lived and thrived in Williamson County. From the post-Civil War creation of communities like Hard...


Robert Hicks
Robert Hicks was a force in Franklin’s historic preservation, a captivating storyteller, and a man whose presence left a lasting...


Rick Warwick - Holding onto History
The “I Am Williamson” column features individuals in Williamson County who are known and unknown as staples of our community, doing good,...
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