Franklin in Williamson County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

Lotz House

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, December 27, 2012

1. Lotz House Marker

Inscription.
In 1858, the Lotz House was built on property purchased from Fountain B. Carter by German immigrant Albert Lotz, a master carpenter and piano maker. On November 30, 1864, before the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family sought refuge across the street in the Carter House. When the Confederates broke through the Union defenses on Columbia Pike, they were halted by Union Col. Emerson Opdyke’s brigade, which was on both sides of the Pike, north of the Lotz House.

Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3D 69.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Tennessee Historical Commission series list. A significant historical month for this entry is November 1864.

Location. 35° 55.08′ N, 86° 52.374′ W. Marker is in Franklin, Tennessee, in Williamson County. Marker is on Columbia Avenue (U.S. 31), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin TN 37064, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Lotz House (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named The Lotz House (within shouting distance of this marker); Franklin High School (within shouting distance

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of this marker); 125th O.V.I. (within shouting distance of this marker); Opdycke's Bridgade (within shouting distance of this marker); Cummins Street Church of Christ / Elder A.N.C. Williams (1844-1930) (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Carter House (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named The Carter House (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Franklin.

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, December 27, 2012

2. Lotz House

Lotz House and an associated marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, December 27, 2012

3. Lotz House and an associated marker

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, December 27, 2012

4. Lotz House Marker

In the background you can see The Carter House, Epicenter of the Battle of Franklin, Hood's Campaign marker and Opdycke's Brigade marker.

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, December 27, 2012

5. Lotz House Marker

Civil War Museum Lotz House image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, December 27, 2012

6. Civil War Museum Lotz House

Mon - Sat 9-5
Sun 1-4
1111 Columbia Ave.

Photographed By Sandra Hughes, July 18, 2018

7. Lotz House

Proudly recognizes the extraordinary contributions of support, love, knowledge, and antiques from Sue Armstrong & John L. Thompson, Mary Hibbett and John Andrews, Sr. We strive to preserve, educate and inspire future generations and acknowledge the sacrifices of Americans who fought and died here November 30, 1864, so that we may live the life we have today. - John Tom and Susan Andrews Thompson October 30, 2008

Credits. This page was last revised on April 28, 2020. It was originally submitted on January 3, 2013, by Sandra Hughes Tidwell of Killen, Alabama, USA. This page has been viewed 563 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on January 3, 2013, by Sandra Hughes Tidwell of Killen, Alabama, USA. 7. submitted on July 19, 2018, by Sandra Hughes Tidwell of Killen, Alabama, USA. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.