The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County Announces Preservation Month Schedule
The organization that advocates for the historic places throughout Williamson County presents programs and activations throughout May to promote preservation
FRANKLIN, TENN. – The Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, TN, announced today the schedule for its annual recognition of National Preservation Month. Taking place throughout May, the Heritage Foundation will host a series of events, contests, and tours to highlight the historic properties within the county and promote the importance of preservation.
“As an organization, our main mission is to preserve, promote, and advocate for the historic places, stories, and culture of our community,” said Bari Beasley, President, and CEO of the Heritage Foundation. “Since our founding in 1967, preservation has been at the center of our mission. As our region continues to grow, we’re looking forward to highlighting the preservation of our unique history that makes our community so attractive. As preservation evolves, we remain committed to our core work and approaching it in new and exciting ways.”
Throughout May, the Heritage Foundation will encourage locals and visitors to learn more about the importance of preservation, and what Williamson County has to offer. Events will range from tours of historical landmarks and community workshops to social media engagements. Below is a list of what to expect with more details to come:
- May 6-11– Free admission to Moore-Morris History & Culture Center
- May 9 — Timeless Tales Storytelling Series
- May 13 — Building of the Month Tour: Watson-Pointer House
- May 17-18 –Dry Stack Stone Wall Community Workshop
- Sites to Save 2025 Nominees Announcement
- “My Square Mile” Social Media Campaign to celebrate historic preservation
In celebration of Preservation Month, the Heritage Foundation is launching “My Square Mile,” a social media challenge that encourages the community to get out in Williamson County, take a closer look at the picturesque buildings and landscapes throughout the community, and share their favorite places and spaces. The Building of the Month Tour series continues, which will give community members expert-guided tours to some of Williamson County’s most architecturally significant buildings. To promote education and conversation Heritage Foundation will also announce nominees for its Sites to Save 2025 locations and next community for its Town Hall on the Road Program Series.
Outside of Preservation Month, the Heritage Foundation hosts events year-round to celebrate the community and offers access to its history through sites like the Moore-Morris History & Culture Center. The center is the region’s first state-of-the-art, interactive exhibition space dedicated to telling its comprehensive area-wide history. The center is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm., and more information can be found here:https://williamsonhistorycenter.org/
For more details on Preservation Month and the mission of the Heritage Foundation of Williamson County, please visit: https://williamsonheritage.org/
