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Daltons Christian Bookstore
Address: 177 Franklin Plaza
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : holbrook@dnet.net

Deals N Steals Boutique
Address: 724, Highlands Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : dealsnsteals@gmail.com
Visit us at our new consignment boutique.
Whistle Stop Depot
Address: 145 River Rd
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : shawna@whistlestopantiquesnc.com
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The most unique shopping under one roof - that is the Whistle Stop Depot! Established in late 1999, the owner's vision for the Whistle Stop Depot weas to create a place where visitors can see the tough history through the years.
The Whistle Stop Depot is located in the structurally preserved historic Cullasaja School. It is a place rich in culture and heritage. The depot accommodates over 100 dealers and over 22,000 square feet of antiques and retail stores to meet everyone's needs. Come and enjoy the trains, tractors, automobiles, and collectibles, a true connection to the past. You will also find some new items that will keep you in the present along the way.

Scottish Tartan Museum & Heritage Center
Address: 86 E. Main St.
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : tartans@scottishtartans.org
The only museum in America focusing on Scottish Highland Dress. Come learn about your Scottish heritage and that of the North Carolina mountains. A full gift shop offers Scottish gifts, books, music, celtic jewelry, and a full line of Highland Clothing for purchase or to rent.
A Stitch In Time
Address: 23 Macon Center
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : astitchintimelynn@gmail.com

Southern & Sunkissed
Address: 135 Franklin Plaza
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : southernandsunkissed@gmail.com
828 Magnolias
Address: 1025 Belle Dowdle Road
Macon County
NC
28734
Macon County
NC
28734
Email: : 828magnolias@gmail.com
We offer a wide variety of women's clothes from small all the way to 3X. We carry some men's and children's clothing, we also have bags, accessories and shoes. We opened our store with the hopes of giving our town more options and are beyond blessed for the support we've already received. Visit our new website and order online for shipping and instore pickup. Come see us.
Hours of operations:
Sunday & Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - Friday 12 noon - 6 pm
Saturday, 11 am - 4 pm
Curtis TV / Radio Shack
Address: 644 W Palmer St
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : tony.curtis@curtistvinc.com

Walker Quilt Co.
Address: 27 Macon Center Drive
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : walkerquiltco@gmail.com

Smoky Mountain Sewing Company
Address: 652 Highlands Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : smokysewco@gmail.com
Smoky Mountain Sewing Company offers basic and specialized clothing alternations and tailoring, while also offering a boutique of local handmade goods and vintage clothing dating from the 1940's to present day,
The Classy Flea
Address: 51 Union Otto Daycare Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : tlknich@dnet.net
We invite you to come visit our clean, upscale flea market/yardsale. We have over 40 vendors who bring items in often. A variety of items include antiques, good stuff and coll junk, all very reasonably priced. Shop often for specials! We pride ourselves on being a business that God has blessed us with and greatly appreciate your prayers and business.
CARENET Thrift Store
Address: 49, Macon Ctr Drive, Franklin NC
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : hpuckett@morrisbb.net
Jackson Hole Gem Mine
Address: 9770 Highlands Rd.
Highlands
NC
28741
Highlands
NC
28741
Email: : jacksonholenc@gmail.aol.com
Silver Threads & Golden Needles
Address: 41 E Main St
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : franklinncyarn@yahoo.com

Rose Creek Mine & Rock Shop
Address: 115 Terrace Ridge Drive
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : rocks@rosecreekmine.com
Gallery of Gems & Minerals
Address: 2754 Georgia Rd
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : gallery@morrisbb.net

Cowee Pottery School
Address: 51 Cowee School Drive
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : contact@coweepotterychool.org
Kitchen Sink, Inc.
Address: 72 East Main Street
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : kitchensinkinc.72@gmail.com
Kitchen Sink, Inc. is located in historic downtown Franklin, NC. We provide a variety of high end cookware, bakeware, linens, small electrics, kitchen gadgets and more. Proudly offering brands including Le Creuset, Zwilling/Staub, Wusthof, SMEG, Nordic Ware, Cuisinart, Spode, OXO, Lodge, Vitamix - just to name a few. Come in for the selection and stay for the conversation. Open Monday - Wednesday 10am-6pm, Thursday-Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm.
Appalachian Animal Rescue Thrift Shop
Address: 1521, Old Murphy Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : maconhumane@smnet.net
Diva’s On Main
Address: 24 E Main St
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : sarahmilleratl@aol.com
Drop by and see our beautiful shop filled with ladies apparel including formal wear, bridal, jewelry and gifts. We also carry a line of men's tuxedos.
Deb’s Cats N Quilts Designs
Address: .
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : Debscatsnquilts@aol.com
Visit www.Debscatsnquilts.com to find Deb's books and patterns, as well as, the ruler she designs for Creative Grids. When not in the studio Deb is on the road teaching and speaking at shops, guilds and events across the country. Contact her for more information. You can also join with over 6500 members on her Facebook group "Grids Girls".

Goodwill Industries of NWNC
Address: 295 West Gate Plaza
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : gwinfo@goodwillnwnc.org
Trail Mix
Address: 31, East Main Street
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : trailmixnc@gmail.com
Curated gifts with a focus on handmade for adults & kids who love the outdoors. Featuring handmade handbags, jewelry, candles, bath products, cards, stickers, honey, kid's apparel, toys and books.
In 2019 Marie and her fam decided it was time to sell her Boston gift shop of 10 years and get back to enjoying the outdoors. After 7 months of traveling around in an 23ft travel trailer with a 1 year old & 2 dogs, they stumbled upon Franklin and fell in love. Fast forward to today they've added 10 chickens and a cute shop to their chaos and they wouldn't change it for the world. 

Cowee Mtn. Ruby Mine
Address: 6771 Sylva Rd
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : cowee@yahoo.com

Circuit World
Address: 369 Westgate Plaza
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : franklin@circuitworldrto.com
We offer retail, lease, rent-to-own and a wide variety of payment options including monthly, weekly and bi-weekly payment options offering 120 days same as cash. 24, 18, 12, 6 month lease or rent to own options. We sell furniture, electronics and appliances.
Bryant’s Antique Mall, Inc.
Address: 71 East Main Street
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : bryantsantiquemall@gmail.com
Bryant's Antique Mall is situated in historic downtown Franklin. Bryant's specializes in antiques, primitives and collectibles. With well over 100 dealers, we're sure you'll find something amazing to cherish for a lifetime! We've got you covered with items small and large and something to fit every budget. Convenient location with parking lot in rear and within easy walking distance of restaurants and shops in downtown Franklin.
Macon County Art Association/Uptown Gallery
Address: 30 E Main St
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : franklinuptowngallery@gmail.com

Millie’s Used Books
Address: 1781 Georgia Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : lizdbooks@gmail.com
Millie's Used Books has the largest selection of used books in Franklin! We have all genres in hardcover and paperback, as well as DVD's, audio books and puzzles. Hours are Tuesday - Friday. 10 am - 5 pm and Saturday 10 am - 2 pm.. Come by and say "hey"!
Cowee Textiles
Address: 51 Cowee School Drive
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : coweetextiles@gmail.com
Cowee Textiles was started to support the textile heritage in WNC from a family that has been weaving for generations. Visit the Cowee Heritage School and have a go at weaving on one of the large family looms.
Ruby City Gems
Address: 130 E. Main St.
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Toll Free: (800) 821-RUBY
Email: : gems@rubycity.com

Sweet Ophelia’s
Address: 304 Depot Street
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : suzyQ@dnet.net
Antiques, Furniture, Plants and Gifts
Mason Mountain Mine & Cowee Gift Shop
Address: 5315 Bryson City Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : TJRocks@TJRocks.org
Cozy and Content
Address: 33 Edgewood Avenue
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : cozyandcontentnc@gmail.com
Cozy and Content is a boutique book, vinyl record, and gift store. We offer a curated selection of books, a wide variety of records ranging from the latest hits to beloved classics, and a unique selection of gifts. Store hours are Monday through Saturday from 10 am until 7 pm and Sundays from 1 pm to 5 pm.

Gold City Gem Mine
Address: 9410 Sylva Highway
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Toll Free: (800) 713-7767
Email: : sales@totalgems.com

Artisan Jewelers
Address: 3348 Georgia Road
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Email: : martinez@gemfactorynorthcarolina.com