Just in case anyone missed it. This is a great new park in Franklin tn
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Diane Osowiecki Greater Nashville Real Estate (Diane O and Friends - Keller Williams Franklin):
Franklin TN - Family Day at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm is scheduled for Saturday, November 7 from 10am-2pm. You can enjoy hayrides, food vendors, music, farm history and farm games. Jenny Housely with her spotted Mule and mini donkeys will be there and, along with walking horse demonstrations.
Franklin's The Park at 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.
From the 1940's until the present day, the Harlinsdale 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 of Franklin 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.
The Park at Harlinsdale Farm Rules
- Respect and protect wildlife and natural features.
- Remain in designated area
- Safety is a priority. Enjoy the park with a friend.
- Passive Park Only - No organized ball playing of any kind.
- All dogs must be kept on a leash at all time
- Parking in designated areas only
- Do NOT feed or pet horses; climbing fences; fireworks; loud music; metal detectors; golf littering; alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs
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Wow - Diane did a great job with this. Do you think the park will have a lot of guests? of was it just a way for Franklin to hold on to more greenspace that was becoming very valuable.