G&LW Gem Show

Watauga Festival Center
May 11-13, 2012
July 26-29, 2012

Highlands Road Gem Show

May 10-13, 2012
July 25-29, 2012
May 11-13, 2012
October 14-16, 2011
Whether you're looking for high adventure, fun places for the kids, beautiful scenery, a week on the greens, or the natural wonders of the Smoky mountains, Franklin provides a multitude of wonderful activities. For lovers of gems and minerals, you won't want to miss the open-to-the-public gem mining in and near Franklin and the amazing collection at the Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum.  

Click here for some ideas of ways to spend your time during your stay in Franklin, North Carolina - home of mountain treasures and simple pleasures.