Simpson County Historical Society and History Center

This museum houses an extensive archive of history of the area with a large library that has information pre dating the civil war era. The displays have artifacts on how life was in times gone by. The memorabilia includes notable people that founded this area with even a UFO incident that involved a P 51 Mustang crash. A very nice military section to honor all vets. The old jail was built to resemble a medieval castle as a deterrent to crime even though one prisoner tried to escape through the door where food trays were passed through and was used until 1986. We received a very extensive tour of the museum that included the jail.

This Place is amazing, the staff are incredible and so knowledgeable. I have been there several time and attended events here. I am blown away that each time I go I find new stuff I have previously missed. Also almost everytime I go there is a new exhibit. Family friendly and so many unique items and stories. You definately need to check it out.

Loved this place, I will be volunteering soon! Billy was a great tour guide, everyone is amazingly full of that awesome southern charm.

This place is unbelievable how extensive the collection is and how well put together the displays and arrangements are. Very nice and knowledgeable staff. Hidden gem in Franklin for sure.

It's free and it's definitely worth a look. They will also take you on a tour of the historic jail, which is quite unique. Nice displays of local treasures and even nicer folks there to answer your questions.

A lot of Beautiful memorabilia!! Great place to reminisce! Old Jail across the street, built in the 1800's. I was there for class, in an adjoining building.

We were there tonight for the dedication ceremony for Capt. Thomas Mantell Day. Afterward, my husband and I walked through and looked at the exhibits. He remarked how it felt alive. So often, historical societies feel like places where facts go to die. But their exhibits are well presented and displayed in a way that allows our history nerd brains to wander in and get lost.

Such a magnificent experience! I had the day off while visiting the area and Ellen gave me the most wonderful tour! Such a memorable “accidental” stop, I’ll be returning the next time I’m in the area!

If you like history this is a experience. They have all kinds of historical items. From military to actual kitchen and bedroom from when the house was built. I, would highly recommend..

Such a wealth of local history. Visit to learn so much more about our community's past. There's more to Franklin than meets the eye.

A great place to vist. There are a lot of items for you too see and enjoy. It brought back many memories from my childhood.

Great place if u are around is a must do in Franklin KY

Beautiful place, cant wait to go in and see the way it looks. I hope they open up to the public so we can see the historical building and let us all see what they do

Really enjoyed visiting here today they have some very neat and unique items and it's a great place to go and learn some local history!

Amazing place to visit. Lots of history and a great museum.

Very interesting, great tour guide. Thanks Billy.

Great location and the person who was there is a down to earth nice person. Loved it here and cant wait to come back.

Love it

The Archive staff on the phone were SO kind, knowledgeable and helpful, I'm proud to have ancestors from a place where people are still good neighbors.

Fantastic place full of history.
A must visit….