Franklin, Indiana
Population: 20,000
Located in Johnson County
Twenty miles south of Indianapolis and 90 miles north of Louisville, Kentucky, on I-65 and U.S. 31, is Franklin with a population of 20,000. Franklin is named after one of our nation's founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin. Franklin, located in the heart of Johnson County, serves as the county seat. Its location has allowed it to maintain its small town identity and integrity while benefiting from the growth and economy of the Indianapolis. Franklin College, located in Franklin, provides young people with a quality, liberal arts education, which stresses the importance of the classroom and the faculty-student relationship. Innovative programs like the Franklin College Leadership Program and the Professional Development Program are aimed at broadening students' horizons and encouraging them to challenge themselves. Outside the classroom, Franklin College offers students a wide range of activities and events. Intramural sports, movies, lectures, nearly 50 clubs and organizations, student entertainment, board events and many other special offerings create a very busy schedule for members of the community. Housing options are diverse and affordable. The average price for a new home is around $200,000. However, there are many houses that cost considerably lower than that, while there are others that are expansive in size, and cost more than the average. There are many older homes that sell for less than the average, and there are many home styles to choose from. So there is something to suit every wallet here! Indianapolis is just a quick thirty-minute drive from Franklin. Full of art, culture, entertainment, and not to mention employment and higher education options, Indianapolis is a cutting edge metro area without loosing the sense of community. There is a wide selection of activities and events in Indianapolis. Come visit the Conner Prairie Living History museum and take a step back in time to the earlier days of Americana. Only here can you re-visit the 1800's and be a farmer, a schoolteacher or even barter for goods! Chocked full of historic and exhibit areas, you will make history come to life and have a blast making it happen! Other fun places to visit in Indianapolis include the Children's Museum and the Indianapolis Zoo. After looking at all that Franklin has to offer, it is easy to see why this area of Indiana is so popular and growing quickly. The climate is relatively mild, and there is so much to do here. Franklin may just be the paradise you and yours are looking for!
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