Yeoman's in the Fork - Leiper's Fork, Tennessee

One of the "newer" businesses in the Leiper's Fork Historic District sells some of the "oldest" items you can find. Yeoman's in the Fork specializes in rare books from America's Colonial period and historic documents signed by our country's founding fathers.

Yeoman's in the Fork is located at 4216 Old Hillsboro Road in a historic building, originally built in 1881, that has been restored on more than one occasion. A fire in the 1930s destroyed part of the front of the building. Later, the house was turned around 180 degrees, the "now" back of the home was rebuilt and in 1949 square pillars saved from a house fire in nearby Franklin were added to the front of the structure.

Today, the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  Visiting the building and store is like taking a peak back into our rich past. You'll even find old Ben Franklin taking a rest on the front lawn!

The store's motto is "The Small Town Bookshop With Uptown Books"

From their website, www.yeomansinthefork.com:

Just like you, we collect rare books. We know that every title page, deckled edge, and colophon is slightly different, making each book and its journey through time incredibly unique. By collecting and sharing them, we are furthering the spread of knowledge and halting the destruction of these pieces of our past.

Also like you, we are fascinated by history. We have a particular passion for American history, so we specialize in works important to the United States, like the Declaration of Independence and early presidents. These documents can give us detailed insights into the patriots that shaped our country and the revolutionary ideas they brought to life.

Leiper's Fork and Yeoman's in the Fork are located about a mile and a half from the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway. Exit the Trace near milepost 428 onto Tennessee Highway 46 and go east. Turn left at the "T" and Yeoman's in the Fork will be up ahead on the left. Within a short walk you will also find restaurants, art galleries, antique shops and a lawnchair theater in historic Leiper's Fork.

Yeoman's in the Fork
4216 Old Hillsboro Road
Franklin, TN 37064
615.983.6463
Mike Cotter, Director of Operations
www.yeomansinthefork.com