The welcome center didn't consist of a whole lot. It was mostly collectibles and antiques for sale…read moreinstead of actual Amish items. I had to ask an Amish gentleman how do we shop, he said do you have a map? I said no, we're so lost. So I went in another welcome center and asked and got a map. The map shows who sells what and where. We picked up goat milk soap, grape jelly and banana nut bread, and grabbed pork skins at the Amish flea market..which only had the one Amish person. We ventured and Found stuff on our own.

Taking a trip to Amish country was quite interesting. I lived in Pennsylvania for 3 months a long…read moretime ago and never saw any Amish, so this was completely new to me. We stopped at the Welcome Center but they weren't offering any wagon tours on the day we visited. So, we took a look around the shop instead. I bought a spiral wind spinner but nothing else appealed to me, mostly looked like donations. Some things were hand made but overall, it felt like it was more of a Goodwill than anything. It was cluttered and unorganized. My grandma and aunt wanted to use the restrooms on site but said they were extremely dirty and decided to use a local gas station's instead. The Amish are very nice people but there are rules. Don't take photos of them, some believe it takes their souls and others believe it expresses individualism. If you aren't Amish, be prepared to have people staring at you and the kids are not supposed to talk to anyone unless making a sale. Overall, everything was affordable and during our drive around, we purchased some peanut brittle, jams, and jarred veggies. Just bring cash, of course. It would be nice to come back and take a wagon tour but it also feels weird that our modern-day culture sees the Amish as some sort of entertainment. So, I'm very indifferent about this experience.

Had the best time today touring for the fourth time! We love how the tour guide guides at the Lotz…read moreHouse bring the history to life. It is my favorite historical home to tour! Chuck was our tour guide and we were so happy to have him again as we had him several years ago at Ripavilla plantation! He is wonderful and so knowledgeable. You will not want to miss going here!!

I was visiting my only high school friend in Franklin, and we were looking for something to do…read moredowntown that did not revolve around eating or drinking for once. She has lived there for years and had never done this tour, which made it feel like a bit of a discovery for both of us. We ended up at the Lotz House Museum, and it turned out to be one of those unexpectedly memorable experiences. On this particular day, we lucked out with Chuck as our guide. He is a former high school history professor, and you can tell immediately. He does not just recite facts, he brings everything to life with stories, details, and just the right amount of drama. The house itself is not large, but that almost works in its favor. Between the stories of the Lotz family and the vivid accounts of the Battle of Franklin happening right outside, you can practically see it all unfolding as you move from room to room. It is the kind of experience that sticks with you long after you leave, and at around seventeen dollars, it feels like an absolute steal. And do not skip the gift shop. Treat yourself to a peach Nehi soda on your way out. It is unexpectedly fantastic, and I am still thinking about how to get my hands on more.

Carnton is an interesting historical spot. The property is well maintained with options for walking…read morethe property and/or touring the home. A small museum is in the Visitor's Center. A paved parking lot is available near the Visitor's Center. In that building you can buy tickets and tour the museum. The shop has some souvenirs as well as some packaged snacks and bottled water. Restrooms are nearby. Adult admission for the one hour house tour and grounds is $22 per person. Children under six are free. The museum was small, but worth looking at before heading off on the tour. The one hour home tour was interesting and offered plenty of opportunities to ask questions. The guide seemed knowledgeable and enjoyed answering questions.

The staff here is really the hidden gem on Carnton house. They are conversational in the gift shop…read moreand the tour guides are wonderful. Full of energy and information. And every tour helps preserve a piece of history. So take the time out, visit the grounds and take a tour. You will not be disappointed.

This is a beautiful historic house that is a museum that you can walk through most days of the…read moreweek. They also allow events to be scheduled here. It's a historic gem and worth the visit to support!

Places to visit in Huntsville, AL? The Weeden House for sure belongs to be in the top 5. Overview…read moreof the history what starts with the fact that the house was built the same year,1819, when Alabama became a State. The house was the home of the painter & poet Maria Howard Weeden. Her painting are amazing. Hard to believe what she was able to do with tiny number of hairs as a brush. Unbelievable precise portraits of African American ordinary residence of Huntsville at that time leave you impresion that they like to communicate with you. Thank you Gina who provide to us a wonderful full hour tour. Your enthusiasm was visible and we left the Museum with the impression that we fulfill our goal to learn more about American history and history of Huntsville.

The volunteers there are so knowledgeable and kind, incredible history to learn & see!read more

Great piece of history right here in the Spring Hill area. Tours are wonderful and the mansion is…read morea fine example of 1800's southern life. It's well worth the stop and a contribution to preserving this legacy.

My friend and I love history and have been touring historic sites together, and our recent visit to…read morethe Carter House in Franklin was incredible. If you're a Williamson County resident, be sure to check out the Community Passports available through the library for free admission opportunities. Our tour guide, David, was outstanding. He truly transported us back in time, bringing the people, stories, and events of the Civil War to life in a way that was engaging and memorable. Two moments especially stayed with me. First, seeing the bullet holes that remain in the property was a powerful reminder of just how intense the Battle of Franklin was. Second, standing in the basement where a diverse group of people gathered together seeking safety during the fighting was incredibly moving. It's one thing to read about history in a book and another to stand in the very place where people experienced it and recognize how little time has passed. Whether you're a local or just visiting Franklin, I highly recommend taking the tour. It's a meaningful and fascinating look into a pivotal moment in American history.

We got an amazing tour of the Carter House by Randy! He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and…read morepersonable. Would highly recommend checking out the Carter House when in town.

This is such a cool piece of history!!! We came here to see where Helen Keller grew up and it was…read morereally cool to see all the historical artifacts and how well the property is kept up. I highly recommend this stop. Once the weather is nice they do showings of the miracle worker play on site too.

My family took a day trip here and this was the highlight stop of the day. She absolutely loved it!…read moreFrom seeing the rich history and impact one person could have and to be filled with so much dedication to educate those around her, was a true joy. Beautiful 200 year old house and wonderful tour guide helps capture a glimpse into the life Keller had not only at Ivy Green but on her adventures later in life to over 35 countries. Definitely worth a visit to see and one we will definitely not forget.

This place is a true gem!…read more If you are at all a WC Handy or Blues fan, I highly recommend you take a tour of this museum. It's tiny but packed with tons of information and facts on WC Handy, as well as lots of his belongings. Part of the museum is the Cabin that he was born in! The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and provided us with a pleasant experience. They do have a tiny gift shop inside for your souvenir needs!

$12 for 1000 sq ft of "that was not original furniture" "we didn't know much about that aspect of…read morehis life"?! Not worth the money. The receptionist asked: Do you want a tour? We were escorted into a room for a 10-min movie, then we came out expecting someone to tell us some interesting stories...nothing, we were told that everything in there is not original furniture, and we are free to look around ourselves. I have been to places with more to see where tickets cost much less. Probably still worth a visit if you are a fan, but the price is pretty steep for such a quick, non-guided tour.

We had originally planned on going to Rippa Villa after visiting Bell Buckle but since there were…read moreno tickets available online we decided to go to Oakland Mansion. A good decision. With a friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff we couldn't have had a better experience. This is a beautiful and stunningly gorgeous mansion that was owned and maintained for years by the Maney family. Although during the week days it's a self guided tour there were plenty of signs/markers in each room that explained much. Plus there was a docent who around who answered all questions and in fact offered my wife to see a video of the upstairs. Unfortunately my wife's arthritis had made it a bit difficult to climb up the stairs to see the beautiful bedrooms. We truly enjoyed our visit and my wife even purchased a pie bird in the gift shop as a memento.

We saw the Tempest here at the outdoor theater. It's honestly a hidden gem. Tucker away from the…read moreheart of the downtown Mufreesboro off the beaten path. It has mature trees, hidden theatre, beautiful flowers, and a picture book surroundings.

Stop by for coffee and eat lunch at the taco truck serving some of the best Mexican food in town…read more Great local coffee in town with such a nice ambiance inside and out. Check out the shop inside for the cutest little things and books. Before you leave, don't forget to grab a homemade cookie made by My Brothers.

Obsessed!!! From the inside out, The Awaken House is beautiful, timeless and filled with good…read morevibes. Their latte was delicious, baristas were helpful, friendly and sipping it while on the porch in the sunlight was something I want to do every weekend. Will be back again and again.