Franklin House

Franklin House is a stone residence featuring an Ionic portico at the front and a traditional Tasmanian veranda at the rear. Inside, the rooms display period furnishings and decorations that document domestic life from the 19th century.

A man named Britton Jones, a former convict turned brewer, built the house in 1838. From 1842 to 1866, it operated as a school.

The interior rooms display authentic furnishings and decorations that represent the domestic life of 19th-century Tasmania through preserved period pieces.

The garden and outdoor areas are easy to walk through and show planting techniques from the colonial period. It helps to check opening times before you visit and allow time to explore the entire grounds.

An oak tree more than 180 years old still grows on the grounds, having witnessed the house since its early days. This tree connects visitors to the long passage of time at the property.

Location: Tasmania

Inception: 1838

Website: https://nationaltrust.org.au/places/franklin-house

GPS coordinates: -41.48970,147.16900

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04