City of Franklin, TN

Internet franklin-gov.com   
Below Header
Home Page News and Information Government Departments Residents Business Visitors Calendar Quick Links
Below Header
Administration
Codes Administration
Engineering
Finance
Fire Department
Human Resources
Law
MIT
Parks
Parks Administration
Arborist
Athletics
Forms
Frequently Asked Questions
Park Locations
Aspen Grove Park
Del Rio Park
Fieldstone Park
Fort Granger
Harlinsdale Farm
Jim Warren Park
Jim Warren Skate Plaza
Liberty Park
Pinkerton Park
Winstead Hill
Rules and Regulations
Planning
Police Department
Solid Waste
Streets
Water and Sewer

Resources

 

2008 - 2009 Budget, Immediate Release Version (Final Version Release: Approximately July 11, 2008)


City Court


Construction Bid Notices/RFQ/RFP


Forms and Applications


Frequently Called Numbers


Information for New Residents


Municipal Code


Suggestions to Improve Web Site


Williamson County Government


Zoning Ordinance

Home > Departments > Parks > Park Locations > The Park at Harlinsdale Farm

THE PARK AT HARLINSDALE FARM

239 Franklin Road  
Franklin, TN  37064

(615) 794-2103



History

Harlinsdale Farm has been called the most significant historic farm associated with the modern Tennessee Walking Horse industry. In 1933, W.W. Harlin established the farm on the northern outskirts of great renown in the fledging Tennessee Walking Horse Industry. As famous as the farm itself is its prize stallion Midnight Sun. This famous horse became the first repeat World Grand Champion. The success of Midnight Sun in the ring and as a sire has never been matched by any other Tennessee Walking Horse. Even today, most champion Walking Horses trace their lineage to Midnight Sun.

 

Park WalkwayFrom the 1940’s until the present day, the farm has served mainly as a breeding operation, run by the Harlin Family. In 2004, the Harlin Family expressed interest in selling the 200 acre farm to the City of Franklin, understanding that the property would be developed as a passive park while maintaining and protecting the Walking Horse history. The City of Franklin readily agreed and began an extensive public planning process to design the master plan that would reflect the history of the farm, while including the wants and needs of the public.

 

The City opened the park’s first phase for the Community’s enjoyment on September 22, 2007. All activities at the park are limited to passive activities such as walking and picnicking.  Park Entrance onto the 60 acres is located inside the Public Parking area. Park hours are from dawn until dusk.


Amenities

  • Currently 60 acres open to the public
  • Temporary restroom facilities
  • Public Parking (located near the main entrance)

Employee Access Only, Authorized Personnel Only and Do Not Enter signs indicate areas that are currently NOT accessible for public use:


Notice Sign Warning Sign

The Park at Harlinsdale Farm Rules

  1. Respect and protect wildlife and natural features.
  2. Please remain in designated areas only when posted.
  3. Safety is a priority. Enjoy the park with a friend.
  4. Passive Park Only - No organized ball playing of any kind.
  5. All dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.
  6. Parking in designated areas only.
  7. THE FOLLOWING ARE PROHIBITED: Do NOT feed or pet horses; climbing fences; fireworks; loud music; metal detectors; golf littering; alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs

Please report all violations to the Franklin Parks Department at (615) 794-2103 or the Franklin Police Department at (615) 794-2513.

Copyright © 2008 City of Franklin. All rights reserved.