Located about 30 miles south of Nashville, Leiper’s Fork—a bucolic village in Franklin, Tennessee—offers a slice of old-fashioned Americana. Since the early aughts, preservationists Aubrey and Michele Preston have worked tirelessly to safeguard its rural character, maintaining a refuge for naturalists and creatives alike. This tight-knit community thrives on frequent gatherings, fostering a deep sense of belonging for those who call it home. From unique boutiques to art galleries, Leiper’s Fork is a shopper’s delight. Below are just a few must-visit stops along the trail.
Moo Country
Recognizable by its rustic log-and-chink façade, Moo Country brings cowgirl-glam fashions to Leiper’s Fork. Opened in 2018 by Montana native and stylist Dawn Ann Ritter (who also operates a second location in Bozeman), the boutique corrals domestic-made, Western-inspired wares—think fringed jackets, turquoise jewelry, and artisan-crafted boots and hats—attracting both country stars and locals.
Patina Home & Garden
Ensconced in the village’s 1914 general store is Patina Home & Garden, the impeccably curated shop of designer Brooke Giannetti and her husband, architect Steve Giannetti. Charming inventory includes Belgian linens, hand-dipped candles, Swedish antiques and, of course, the couple’s two tomes. New arrivals include their daughter’s eponymous Love, Leila pottery and oil paintings by local creative Meghan Aileen. The side courtyard acts as a vibrant gathering spot, hosting Hank’s Coffee Station several days per week.
David Arms Studio
Artist and retailer David Arms recently moved to a new namesake space dedicated to his uplifting artwork, most of which incorporates birds as symbolic representations of the human spirit. Just a few doors down from his former 19 th -century barn location, the freshly renovated David Arms Studio offers his reliably genteel retail selection, artfully arranged among leather trunks, trophy mounts, apothecary bottles and tartan-skirted tables.
David Arms Studio
Leiper's Creek Gallery
Established in 2001 by owner Lisa Fox, Leiper’s Creek Gallery helped to trailblaze the village’s creative revival. Found in a rehabbed midcentury gas station, the salon-style space features 15-foot-tall ceilings, a cozy fireplace and handpicked antiques staged by Nashville designer Robin Rains. Fox’s famously eclectic roster ranges from contemporary to folk, always emphasizing authenticity and local ties.
Bentontown
Although the building serves as a makers’ market for now, a charming bookstore, anticipated by 2026, is steadily taking shape under the direction of local designer Trinity Shay. Inspired by Thomas Hart Benton—famed artist and descendant of one of the town’s founding fathers—Shay’s elevated retail concept will combine rich woods, sage green, double-stacked bookcases with rolling ladders, a tea café and serene riverfront reading area.