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Upcoming Events In & Around Franklin

 

  
 

July 12, 2009 - 3:00 PM - Franklin Civil War Round Table

The Franklin Civil War Round Table will host a tour of the historic Lotz House, Sunday, July 12th. This is a change of pace and a special treat from the regular Round Table sessions at the Library.

This beautifully restored home was in the midst of the November 1864 Battle of Franklin and battle damage can still be seen. After the fighting, the family recalled the wounded and killed in their yard and Columbia Pike. An impressive collection of artifacts and priceless period furniture, some of the best known anywhere, are all on display. Enthusiastic tour guides provide an interesting “snapshot” of what life was like during that time in our history.

The Lotz House, located on Columbia Pike just north of the Carter House, was built by German immigrant Johann Lotz in 1858. He was a master woodworker and this can be seen by the impressive mantles and other examples of period architecture.

For Round Table Members, this event is free of charge. Others are asked to make a $10 donation to the roundtable. If you become a Round Table member you get a great value!

If possible, please let Greg know if you will be coming by contacting him at 615-473-3034 or Greglwade@yahoo.com This will help with tour guides and parking.
 

Remember, on July 12, the Roundtable will NOT meet at the library but instead will meet at the Lotz House, 1111 Columbia Avenue at 2:45.  Click for a Map of the Lotz House
 

 

  
 

July 13, 2009 - 6:30PM - STFB Board Meeting

The monthly STFB Board Meeting is normally held the second Monday of each month at the Heritage Foundation conference room located in the rear of the US Post Office at Five Points in Franklin, Tennessee.   This is a working Board Meeting to discuss the business and projects of STFB.  All members, prospective members, and interested parties are welcome to attend.  For information, call 615-500-6612.

 

 

  
 

July 25, 2009 - 10:00AM - Harlinsdale Farm reopens

Harlinsdale Farm reopens to the public after months of work.

 

 

  
 

October 13-17, 2009 -  2009 National Preservation Conference - "Sustaining the Future in Harmony with our Pasts"

The National Trust for Historic Preservation 2009 National Preservation Conference will be in Nashville.  Read more at the link below.

 

2009 National Preservation Conference - Nashville

 

 

  
 

November 30, 2009 -  145th Anniversary of the Battle of Franklin

Check back for more information and how to volunteer.

 

 

  
 

Dec 2-5, 2009 - Blue and Gray Education Society - Battle of Franklin In-Depth Tour
Join the Blue and Gray Education Society and historians Eric Jacobson and Parker Hills as they deliver a highly interactive and detailed study of the Battle of Franklin December 2-5, 2009.

This is the second of a three-part series that began in 2008 with Hood in Alabama and his advance through Spring Hill.  It is being held near the anniversary date in hope that participants will better understand the moment as they stand on the very places at the very time certain events occurred.

The program starts in the parlor where Hood met his generals the morning of November 30th. You will then move with Hood’s army examining the Union defenses and the Confederate routes of attack.  You will walk multiple attack routes and include some night walking.  You will enjoy
directed conversation that evaluates, without preconceptions, what went right and wrong and what were the options that were not taken.  This is wall-to-wall Franklin for three days.  

 

For more information, visit  Military Staff Ride of the Battle of Franklin Recap or detailed schedule and registration, or call 888-741-2437.

 

  
 

December 5-6, 2009 - Civil War Show at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds

Saturday 9:00 to 5:00 PM - Sunday 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM - Admission $6

 

  
     
     
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