Leiper's Fork
The perfect setting for Yeoman's - a community steeped in American history.
The history of Leiper's Fork, Tennessee begins with the birth of our nation. As payment for his service in the Revolutionary War, Colonel Jesse Steed was granted 2,504 acres of land, part of which is now Leiper's Fork.
In 1801, Jesse Benton purchased the land from Colonel Steed. Jesse's son, Thomas Hart Benton, would go on to become a U.S. Senator from Missouri and a champion of the United States' westward expansion. An historic marker currently marks the site of the Benton home.
Because of the connection to the Bentons, the area was originally called Bentontown. In 1818, a post office was built due to the growth of the area and the location of the village on what is today known as The Natchez Trace. The name of the town was changed to Leiper's Fork around this time, taken from the Leiper family who settled a vast portion of land along the village creek.
Fittingly, this quaint village nestled in the heart of Williamson County still emanates the charm and quiet of its early history. Today, Leiper's Fork is a Registered National Historic District, and many establishments here feature the architecture of 19th century Williamson County. Just 11 miles from Franklin and 23 from Nashville, this rural get-away also offers the convenience of shopping and city life nearby.
Everyone here at Leiper's Fork wants to welcome you. Come relax and take in the sights, sounds and people of one of America's oldest landmark towns. Get here quick, history awaits.
