Franklin in Simpson County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
"High Noon for a New Century"
1900-1925
Surrounding the 1882 Courthouse and its clock tower are Franklin's devious first well; the fire that destroyed an earlier courthouse; the jail and jailer's quarters; portraits of Congressman I.H. Goodnight and his wife, Ella Hoy.
Erected 2013 by the Kentucky Department of Highways.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1882.
Location. 36° 40.055′ N, 86° 33.446′ W. Marker is in Franklin, Kentucky, in Simpson County. Marker is on Steele Road, one mile south of Nashville Road (U.S. 31W), on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 81 Steele Road, Franklin KY 42134, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. "Bringing in the Sheaves" (here, next to this marker); "Mule Day Afternoon" (here, next to this marker); "Frontier Portraits" (here, next to this marker); "School Days, School Days" (here, next to this marker); "War Clouds" (a few steps from this marker); "Drive-Time" (a few steps from this marker); "Duel at Sunrise" (a few steps from this marker); "Riding into The Sunset" (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Franklin.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 5, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 290 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on May 31, 2015, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.