Franklin

Franklin is an independent city in Virginia located along the Blackwater River. The city functions as a self-governing administrative unit within the Hampton Roads region and contains residential, commercial, and green areas.

The settlement began in the 1830s as a railroad station and was officially chartered as a city in 1876. This transformation from a rail stop to an independent municipality shaped what it became.

The weekly market on Main Street brings together local farmers and craftspeople selling fresh goods and handmade items. This gathering shapes how the community connects and shows how the city values its local producers.

Visitors can walk through the city easily and find parking near Main Street and downtown areas. The riverside location makes outdoor activities and walks along the water accessible.

It is the southwesternmost independent city in the Hampton Roads region and sits on one of the area's oldest railroad routes. This geographic and historical position has set it apart from similar communities.

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: December 13, 2025 22:37