Take a stroll back through time and discover the past of Franklin, Kentucky’s Historic Downtown District. Costumed tour guides will walk you through the tour and tell you about the events and businesses that have shaped Franklin for the past 207 years.
Tour guides Capt. John Simpson and Benjamin Franklin will tell you why Simpson County and the City of Franklin were named for their service to America’s history. Each of the four streets in the Historic Downtown District have seen many businesses come and go over the years, yet “the square,” as it is fondly referred to by the locals, is still a vital part of life in Franklin today.
Two ticket options are available for the tours:
Guided Tour – For the guided walking tour only, a $15 ticket will be sold. The tour will begin at 6pm at the Simpson County Tourism Commission at 105 West Cedar Street.
Dinner and Guided Tour – For the guided walking tour and a buffet-style dinner at The Brickyard Café, tickets are $35. A buffet of Kentucky Hot Browns, fried chicken, green beans and potatoes will be served and included in the ticket price. The tour will begin at the restaurant and proceed through the Downtown District. Dinner begins at 5:30pm. The tour will begin about 6:30pm. The Brickyard is located at 205 West Cedar Street. The guided tour portion will last 45 minutes to an hour.
Both tours will be offered on June 11, 18 and 25. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite or at the Simpson County Tourism Commission in person or over the phone. To purchase tickets, call 270-586-3040.
-by Amy Ellis
Executive Director
Simpson County Tourism Commission
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