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1838 Photography – Capturing More Than Images

November 11, 2025

Steve & Robin Murrell pose in Robin’s studio, 1838 Photography Walking through the doors to this historic corner building in Metamora means being transported back in time to an era when Metamora was just becoming a community. Robin Murrell, along with her husband Steve who proudly proclaims he is Robin’s “unpaid help,” is the proprietor of an establishment that whispers …


Stay The Night In Franklin County By Julie Jacob

April 23, 2025

                Whether you’re just passing through or planning a weekend escape, Franklin County has the best places for you to rest, relax, and recharge. From cozy cabins under the stars to luxurious B&Bs and hotels, we have an overnight option to match every style and budget.                 Looking for a more traditional stay? Franklin County has two excellent hotel options. …


Maple Weekend by Julie Jacob

February 26, 2025

                Each spring, Indiana maple syrup producers open their “sugar shacks” to the public so you can experience the story of maple syrup. Take a walk through the woods on a brisk spring day, taste warm maple syrup just off the fire, make maple candy, and more. Mark your calendars on March 8th-9th and make it a point to visit …


Winter Adventure in Franklin County, Indiana

December 4, 2024

Franklin County is well known for its amazing outdoor recreation. From canoeing and kayaking on the Whitewater River, to boating & fishing on Brookville Lake, to hiking and biking on one of our many different wooded trails, visitors from all over the U.S. visit each summer to enjoy the abundance of natural resources Franklin County offers. But what you may …


Fall Festivals and Events in Franklin County, Indiana

September 30, 2024

Franklin County’s miles upon miles of tree-covered hills create a rich tapestry of color and texture each fall. Many visitors enjoy a leisurely drive along back roads or a brisk hike or bike ride on one of the many trails in the county. Other visitors have a little more appetite for adventure and Franklin County does not disappoint. Franklin County’s …


Franklin County, Indiana… There’s No Place Like Fall

September 9, 2024

Franklin County, with our rolling hills and waterways, is a beautiful slice of nature year-round. But fall feels special here in the way the fog encompasses the river and the canal early in the morning and lifts with the sunlight to reveal brush strokes of vivid color in the changing trees and native wildflowers. Hiking or biking on one of …