Franklin College (Tennessee)

Franklin College
TypePrivate liberal arts college
EstablishedJanuary 30, 1844 (1844-01-30)
FounderRev. Tolbert Fanning
Religious affiliation
Christian Church
Location
Davidson County, Tennessee

Franklin College was a private liberal arts college in Davidson County, Tennessee, founded by Rev. Tolbert Fanning in 1844. It closed at the outbreak of the American Civil War. Enrollment had been between 100 and 130 boys. Agriculture was part of its curriculum and a farm was connected to it.

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