About
Built in 1830 by Fountain Branch Carter, the Carter House was caught in the middle of one of the bloodiest battles of the American Civil War on November 30, 1864.
This Registered National Historic Landmark is now open to the public and serves as a memorial to the Carter Family as well as the countless heroes in the Battle of Franklin. The modest brick home was used as the Federal Command Post while the Carter family took refuge in the cellar. You can see the evidence of over 1,000 bullet holes remaining on site, including the most battle-damaged building from the Civil War.
Heavy casualities during the Battle of Franklin totaled 2,326 Federal Troops and 6,252 Confederates, including 15 Confederate Generals and Captain Tod Carter, the youngest son of the Carter family.
The Battle of Franklin was a turning point in a decisive campaign, and saw the beginning of the downfall of the Confederacy.
Carter House Tours
There are daily tours allowing visitors to tour the Carter House and 8 acres of the preserved battlefield. Tours include:
- a video presentation
- museum
- a guided tour of the farmhouse and grounds
Carter-House.org is independent of and in no way affiliated with the Carter House itself. For more information about the Carter House Tours, please visit the official web-site authorised by the Carter House Association.
