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Located about 30 miles south of Nashville, Leiper\u2019s Fork\u2014a bucolic village in Franklin, Tennessee\u2014offers 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\u2019s Fork is a shopper\u2019s delight. Below are just a few must-visit stops along the trail.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n

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Recognizable by its rustic log-and-chink fa\u00e7ade, Moo Country<\/a> brings cowgirl-glam fashions to Leiper\u2019s 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\u2014think fringed jackets, turquoise jewelry, and artisan-crafted boots and hats\u2014attracting both country stars and locals.<\/p><\/div>\r\n\r\n

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Ensconced in the village\u2019s 1914 general store is Patina Home & Garden<\/a>, the impeccably curated shop<\/a> 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\u2019s two tomes. New arrivals include their daughter\u2019s eponymous Love, Leila pottery and oil paintings by local creative Meghan Aileen. The side courtyard acts as a vibrant gathering spot, hosting Hank\u2019s Coffee Station several days per week.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n

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Artist and retailer David Arms<\/a> 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.<\/p><\/div>\r\n\r\n

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Leiper’s Creek Gallery<\/h4>

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Established in 2001 by owner Lisa Fox, Leiper\u2019s Creek Gallery<\/a> helped to trailblaze the village\u2019s 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\u2019s famously eclectic roster ranges from contemporary to folk, always emphasizing authenticity and local ties.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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Although the building serves as a makers\u2019 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\u2014famed artist and descendant of one of the town\u2019s founding fathers\u2014Shay\u2019s elevated retail concept<\/a> will combine rich woods, sage green, double-stacked bookcases with rolling ladders, a tea caf\u00e9 and serene riverfront reading area.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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