Carnton is a national model dedicated to the preservation, interpretation and management of a Franklin, Tennessee house museum, historic landscape and Civil War battle site. We communicate the compelling story of how the November 30, 1864 Battle of Franklin and Reconstruction impacted and changed the families of the McGavock Plantation in the 19th century.

Long Description : Carnton is a national model dedicated to the preservation, interpretation and management of a Franklin, Tennessee house museum, historic landscape and Civil War battle site. We communicate the compelling story of how the November 30, 1864 Battle of Franklin and Reconstruction impacted and changed the families of the McGavock Plantation in the 19th century. Carnton is the home of the New York Times bestseller, The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks.

Directions :From Nashville, drive south on Interstate 65 to Highway 96, or Exit 65. At that exit take a right onto Highway 96 and drive west for about three-fourths of a mile. Next take a left onto Mack Hatcher Parkway and head south. At the second traffic light, take a right onto Highway 431. Drive for about three-fourths of a mile and you will see a sign for Carnton. Take a left onto Carnton Lane, drive thru Heath Place subdivision, and take the gravel road up to the historic home.

Ticket Information :Hours of operation: Monday-Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday 1 PM to 5 PM. Last tour is at 4:00 daily. Carnton Plantation is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year`s Day. Your attraction ticket(s) must be picked up at the Nashville Visitors Center before visiting the attraction. The Visitors Center is located at the corner of 5th and Broadway in downtown Nashville inside the Sommet Center. It is open seven days a week, Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30 and Sunday 10:00-5:00.

Location :South