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Address: 1345 Eastern Flank Circle. Franklin, TN 37167. Carnton, built in 1826, was one of the premier farms in Middle Tennessee. On November 30, 1864, the home and the McGavock who lived there found themselves in the middle of one of the most dramatic events of the Civil War.
Carnton is a historic plantation home built in 1826 in Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee, United States. The property, comprising 1,420 acres (5.7 km 2), played an important role during and immediately after the Battle of Franklin during the American Civil War.
The Battle of Franklin Trust manages three historic homes in Middle Tennessee, Carter House, Carnton, and Rippavilla.
A place where history comes alive. Civil war, the battle of Franklin, times of slavery, one family's destiny - all come alive in one place both during the highly informative guided tour, a quiet walk on the premises and a visit to the family and confederate cemetery nearby.
Carnton. Built in 1826 by former Nashville Mayor Randal McGavock, Carnton stood at the heart of the bloody Battle of Franklin, in which more than 9,500 soldiers were killed, wounded, captured, or counted as missing.
A variety of tours are offered at Carnton, including the Extended Tour, Battlefield Tour, Slavery & Enslaved Tour, Classic House tour, and more. Offers vary daily. Read more or buy tickets.
Oct 8, 2017 · The Carnton Plantation is a historic house museum located in Franklin. Randal McGavock (1768-1843), builder of Carnton, emigrated from Virginia in 1796 and settled in Nashville. He was involved in local and state politics and eventually served as mayor of Nashville, 1824-25.
Carnton’s grand main house, slave quarters and lovely garden are worth a visit in their own right. But add the plantation’s role as a field hospital during the Battle of Franklin, one of the Civil War's deadliest and most decisive confrontations, and it becomes a must-see.
Carnton was built around 1826 by Randal McGavock, an early settler in Middle Tennessee. By the time of the Civil War, Carnton was home to John and Carrie McGavock and it was a lar
Apr 18, 2019 · Carnton Our third stop was Carnton , with its gorgeous brick home with a huge white porch, spectacular grounds and the powerful cemetery where 1,500 Confederate soldiers are buried.
