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    Discover how the African American Heritage Society of Williamson County is preserving culture and heritage for future generations.

Juneteenth 2026

The African American Heritage Society of Williamson County invites you to celebrate freedom, community, and our shared heritage at this year’s huge Juneteenth festival! Join us on Friday, June 19th, from 11 am to 5 pm at Bicentennial Park in Franklin (400 5th Ave. N., Franklin) to enjoy live DJ, food trucks, hot dogs and strawberry soda for the kids, games on the lawn, a cake walk, and more!

Invite your friends and family!

2026 Black Tie Affair

Click the button below this to see who the honorees and sponsors were for this year’s event.

WE THRIVE ON YOUR KINDNESS
Your gift not only furthers our community, it invests in the next generation.

ALWAYS SOMETHING HAPPENING
Discover our projects in Franklin and share with others!

Tom Murdic Educational Scholarships

Our application process is currently open and applications will be accepted from October 1, 2025 until March 1, 2026.

McLemore House Museum

History tells a unique and moving story through artifacts, pictures and exhibits at the McLemore House.

Merrill-Williams Home

Join AAHS in preserving the historic Merrill-Williams home at 264 Natchez St., Franklin, TN.

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Our Roots Run Deep

Take a virtual tour of Franklin’s Black History then come see it in person. To learn more, click and watch the video.

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