Fresh Finds in Franklin

Get inspired with Franklin’s latest and greatest finds! Browse our Spring 2023 Guide to find inspiration, trip ideas, fun activities, and more to make your visit special.

Southall Farm & Inn

Relax and recharge with a trip to Franklin’s newest destination: Southall. Book a room at the inn or your own private cottage for a luxurious stay, and experience all that the property has to offer. Take bike ride through the vibrant landscape, kayak on the sparkling waters of Lake Mishkin, or book a guided farm or orchard tour to get a closer look into Southall’s sustainable practices.

Once you’ve see how the ingredients are grown and raised, savor the farm-fresh flavors with a delicious dish at Sojourner, Southall’s “seed-to-table” restaurant featuring seasonal menu options. Before you leave, restore with a holistic treatment at Southall’s state-ofthe-art wellness spa. You don’t have to be a hotel guest to enjoy some of these amenities and events!

Studio Tenn

Immerse yourself in an unforgettable performance by Studio Tenn, a professional regional theater company based right here in Franklin! Each Studio Tenn show combines top-tier talent and state-of-the-art sets to create Broadway-quality musicals, plays, and concerts to be remembered for years to come. This spring, get your tickets to see Smoke on the Mountain—a hilarious and heartwarming comedy featuring lively bluegrass music—or Here You Come Again—a musical celebration of witty Tennessee icon Dolly Parton.

This year, Studio Tenn is getting a permanent performance home inside The Factory at Franklin! The brand new Turner Theater will provide a comfortable, interactive experience for patrons and performers alike and will feature professional-grade tech. Coming 2023.