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Travel the trails of Franklin County through acres of farmland and forests. Trek back to frontier settlements and forts, stopovers along the Underground Railroad, and sites of Civil War raids and invasions. Woven between these stories of America’s history are the verdant, rolling hills and azure skies, old-fashioned ice cream parlors, bakeries with shoo-fly pies and sticky buns; orchards with succulent sweet peaches in July and crisp, juicy apples in October; theatres and inns, meandering trails and streams, ski slopes and golf courses, and charming towns where people still smile, stop, and speak.
The Institute Readies for Annual Kite Fly on April 8
Celebrate National Kite Month with The Institute’s annual Kite Fly on Saturday, April 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the field adjacent to Hooverville Elementary School in Waynesboro. There is no fee for flying, and everyone is welcome. Participants should bring their...
Franklin County Visitors Bureau Announces Winners of “It Is Always The Right Time To Do The Right Thing” Essay Contest
Doing the right thing shaped American history. It launched the nation and shaped African American history and women’s history. It catalyzed civil rights and environmental rights. Doing the right thing is how history plays out every day in the lives of ordinary people....
Spotlight Gallery at The Foundry Showcases Works of Deborah Slocum
Artist Deborah Slocum of The Painter’s Perch is our featured artist in the Spotlight Gallery at the Foundry Art Market. Her show is titled The Texture of Feeling and is on display until April 23rd. Slocums describes her work: “The focus of this show, like most art,...
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The Underground Railroad was an important part of our nation’s history, and Franklin County was a key stop in the quest for freedom.
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Explore Centuries of Military History on the Franklin County Military Trail
Take a tour of Franklin County’s centuries of history on the Franklin County Military Trail.
On The Move in Franklin County
Outdoors in Franklin County…wander roads less traveled. Fish cool, clear waters. Watch sunrises and sunsets. Discover the beauty of Franklin County in every season. On The Move in Franklin County is waiting to help you explore seasons of outdoor fun!
Franklin Fresh Food & Dining Guide
Franklin County freshness is unbeatable! With such an abundance of fresh food and fantastic dining experiences, Franklin County is a favorite of food lovers. Taste your way across the county and be sure to take some freshness home to enjoy.
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