Franklin, Independent city in Virginia, United States
Franklin spans 8.3 square miles along the Blackwater River, functioning as both a city and administrative division within Virginia's Hampton Roads region.
The settlement emerged in the 1830s as a railroad station, later incorporating as a city in March 1876 through Virginia's administrative procedures.
The city organizes the Franklin Market on Main, where local farmers and artisans gather to sell fresh produce, meats, and handcrafted items.
The Franklin Community Policy & Management Team conducts monthly meetings on the second Tuesday at the city department's office to address local matters.
Franklin maintains its position as the southwesternmost independent city in Hampton Roads, with an elevation of 12 meters above sea level.
Location: Virginia
Inception: March 1876
Elevation above the sea: 12 m
Shares border with: Southampton County, Isle of Wight County
Website: http://franklinva.com
GPS coordinates: 36.67722,-76.92222
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43
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