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From the Franklin Department of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy:
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new pilot experience from the Franklin Cultural District: the Franklin Cultural Landmark Tour! Join us for fun exploration as we uncover the stories, people, and places that have helped shape our community. (You can sign up for 1 or all 4!)
From the Veterans Memorial Walkway and War Monuments to the Franklin Historical Museum, Franklin Public Library, and Dean College, each stop offers a unique glimpse into Franklin’s rich history and cultural heritage.
The pilot tour(s) consists of four individual, stand-alone tours, each focused on a specific site within the cultural district. Note that registered participants do not travel between sites as part of the tour experience. Your district landmark tour will start at ticketed start time lasting 25-30 minutes.
From the treasures and stories preserved at the Franklin Historical Museum, to the Veterans Memorial Walkway and War Monuments honoring those who served, we’ll uncover the people and moments that helped shape Franklin.
10:00 am Veterans Memorial Walkway and War Monuments:
Learn about Franklin's 45 Fallen Heroes and the town's patriotic history by touring the Veterans Memorial Walkway and Town War Monuments.
Located on the Town of Franklin Common.
11:00 am Historical Museum:
The Franklin Historical Museum will offer a concise introduction to the historical museum, including some colorful stories, the historic building itself, Native American artifacts and historical timeline as well memorabilia associated with veterans and the town's fallen and treasures like our made-in-Franklin piano and printing press.
Located at 80 W Central Street.
1:00 pm Franklin Public Library:
Discover how an 18th century gift of books from Benjamin Franklin forged the identity of America's first public library and inspired the creation of the stunning 1904 Ray Memorial building.
Located at 118 Main Street.
2:00 pm Dean College:
Explore Dean College’s campus and walk in the footsteps of Pulitzer Prize winners, Oscar-awarded actors, NFL champions, war heroes, baseball and basketball Hall of Famers, best-selling authors, captains of industry, the founders of CVS, and the man who was once the fastest man in the world.
Located at the Dean Campus center.
Note: There is off-street parking at the Franklin Public Library and the Franklin Historical Museum. There is on-street parking near Dean College and the Town Common.
