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Franklin Heritage Inc. FHI is a historic preservation organization serving Franklin and the greater Southside Indianapolis area. "Preserving the past for the future!"

We specialize in building reuse, architectural consulting, and heritage tourism since 1983.

Thanks to the Franklin Economic Development Commission for awarding FHI and the Artcraft a $25,000 grant to be used towa...
10/12/2026

Thanks to the Franklin Economic Development Commission for awarding FHI and the Artcraft a $25,000 grant to be used toward PA upgrades.
This will help improve sound coverage from front to back of the auditorium and give a smoother sound experience for everyone in the room.
Thanks to C.J. (shown in pics), Tony, and Charlie from Greenfield Music Center for the install and prep.
This is just phase one of our live experience upgrades planned for The Artcraft!
Stay tuned for news on the next steps!

We were thankful to host so many preservation minded people from across the stage during the annual Preserving Historic ...
10/05/2026

We were thankful to host so many preservation minded people from across the stage during the annual Preserving Historic Places conference hosted by Indiana Landmarks. The annual conference brought hundreds of people to Franklin to experience the community and our history.

Last night Madison Street Salvage was able to host preservationists from across Indiana for a social gathering. The annu...
10/01/2026

Last night Madison Street Salvage was able to host preservationists from across Indiana for a social gathering. The annual Preserving Historic Places conference hosted by Indiana Landmarks is held right here in Franklin this year and we are having a blast!

You don't have to have a Home Tour ticket to enter to win a LEGO Tudor Corner set during this weekend's event!Raffle tic...
09/20/2026

You don't have to have a Home Tour ticket to enter to win a LEGO Tudor Corner set during this weekend's event!
Raffle tickets are available to purchase in front of the Artcraft today until 5 p.m..
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Tickets for the raffle must be purchased at The Artcraft (no, you don't have to have a Home Tour ticket to purchase a raffle ticket) during Home Tour hours (Saturday, Sept. 19: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 20: 1-5 p.m.)
🎟🎟🎟 Tickets for the home tour (and the raffle) are available at The Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana.
📍Franklin, IN is less than 25 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana and 25 miles north of Columbus, Indiana. Plenty of local shopping, restaurants, and bar options are available to enjoy in town as well!
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Thanks to our event sponsors Artisan Wealth Strategies and Danny and Kristen Causey.

09/20/2026

Day two of the Franklin Heritage Historic Home Tour runs from 1-5 p.m. today, Sunday, Sept. 20.
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Tickets are available in person at The Artcraft Theatre - which is also the starting point of the tour. Pick up your programs and check in at the theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin before heading out.
👀Check the link in our bio to see the full list of the 11 stops on the self-guided tour, buy tickets.
🎟🎟🎟 Day of tickets will be available at The Historic Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana.
📍Franklin, IN is less than 25 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana and 25 miles north of Columbus, Indiana. Plenty of local shopping, restaurants, and bar options are available to enjoy in town as well!
🥰🥰🥰
Thanks to our event sponsors Artisan Wealth Strategies and Danny and Kristen Causey.

We had a great turnout today for the Franklin Heritage Inc. Historic Home Tour. Day two kicks off Sunday and runs from 1...
09/19/2026

We had a great turnout today for the Franklin Heritage Inc. Historic Home Tour. Day two kicks off Sunday and runs from 1-5 p.m.
🏠🏠🏠
Tickets are available in person at The Artcraft Theatre - which is also the starting point of the tour. Pick up your programs and check in at the theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin before heading out.
👀See the full list of the 11 stops on the self-guided tour, buy tickets, and more at https://bit.ly/HHT26_FranklinIndiana
🎟🎟🎟 Day of tickets will be available at The Historic Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana.
📍Franklin, IN is less than 25 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana and 25 miles north of Columbus, Indiana. Plenty of local shopping, restaurants, and bar options are available to enjoy in town as well!
🥰🥰🥰
Thanks to our event sponsors Artisan Wealth Strategies and Danny and Kristen Causey.

Visiting Franklin today or Sunday for The Historic Home Tour?Don't miss out on savings at Madison Street Salvage!
09/19/2026

Visiting Franklin today or Sunday for The Historic Home Tour?
Don't miss out on savings at Madison Street Salvage!

Don't miss your chance to win a LEGO Tudor Corner set during the 2026 Home Tour this weekend!We will have raffle tickets...
09/19/2026

Don't miss your chance to win a LEGO Tudor Corner set during the 2026 Home Tour this weekend!
We will have raffle tickets available both days of the Historic Home Tour taking place in downtown Franklin Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19 and 20, 2026.
🏠🏠🏠
Tickets for the raffle must be purchased at The Artcraft (no, you don't have to have a Home Tour ticket to purchase a raffle ticket) during Home Tour hours (Saturday, Sept. 19: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 20: 1-5 p.m.)
See the full list of the 11 stops on the self-guided tour, buy tickets, and more at https://bit.ly/HHT26_FranklinIndiana
🎟🎟🎟 Tickets for the home tour (and the raffle) are available at The Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana.
📍Franklin, IN is less than 25 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana and 25 miles north of Columbus, Indiana. Plenty of local shopping, restaurants, and bar options are available to enjoy in town as well!
🥰🥰🥰
Thanks to our event sponsors Artisan Wealth Strategies and Danny and Kristen Causey.

The Franklin Heritage Inc. Historic Home Tour taking place in downtown Franklin kicks off today, Saturday, Sept. 19 from...
09/19/2026

The Franklin Heritage Inc. Historic Home Tour taking place in downtown Franklin kicks off today, Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and continues Sunday, Sept. 20 from 1-5 p.m.
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Tickets are available in person at The Artcraft Theatre - which is also the starting point of the tour. Pick up your programs and check in at the theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin before heading out.
PLUS - get a behind-the-scenes look at the 1922 built historic theater as it's a great start to the tour.
*From the stage you can enter and tour our adjacent property, The Artcraft Cottage, at 49 E. Madison St.
See the full list of the 11 stops on the self-guided tour, buy tickets, and more at https://bit.ly/HHT26_FranklinIndiana
🎟🎟🎟 Tickets are on sale now!
Day of tickets will be available at The Historic Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana.
📍Franklin, IN is less than 25 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana and 25 miles north of Columbus, Indiana. Plenty of local shopping, restaurants, and bar options are available to enjoy in town as well!
🥰🥰🥰
Thanks to our event sponsors Artisan Wealth Strategies and Danny and Kristen Causey.

We're just a few days out from the Franklin Heritage Inc. Historic Home Tour taking place in downtown Franklin Saturday ...
09/18/2026

We're just a few days out from the Franklin Heritage Inc. Historic Home Tour taking place in downtown Franklin Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19 and 20, 2026.
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The Artcraft Cottage at 49 E. Madison St. is on the green room for the Artcraft Theatre. In addition to being performer prep space and dressing rooms, the 1921 Bungalow can be used as small gathering space (and is available to rent).
*Did you know this house leads leads right onto the stage of The Artcraft?
See the full list of the 11 stops on the self-guided tour, buy tickets, and more at https://bit.ly/HHT26_FranklinIndiana
🎟🎟🎟 Tickets are on sale now!
Day of tickets will be available at The Historic Artcraft Theatre - 57 N. Main St., Franklin, Indiana.
📍Franklin, IN is less than 25 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana and 25 miles north of Columbus, Indiana. Plenty of local shopping, restaurants, and bar options are available to enjoy in town as well!
🥰🥰🥰
Thanks to our event sponsors Artisan Wealth Strategies and Danny and Kristen Causey.

Address

48 E. Madison Street
Franklin, IN
46131

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13177366823

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