We're the home of the Milky Way Farm and Mansion--founded by Mr. Frank Mars who invented the Milky Way Candy bar. We're also the home of Pulaski--an All America City in 1993.

"The Land of Milk and Honey." Giles County is an ideal stopover for vacationers who enjoy a progressive community that preserves its cultural heritage.

Giles County is a great place to raise a family in a small town atmosphere. We have a strong economic base with six Fortune 500 companies and two Fortune 100 companies. It is also home to Martin Methodist College, a quality 4-year Liberal Arts College founded in 1870.

ATTRACTIONS:

GILES COUNTY COURTHOUSE Public Square, Pulaski. 931-363-5300. Erected in 1909, the neoclassical building is marked by tall Corinthian columns. Solid brass door pulls are incised "Giles" Inside a balcony encircles the third floor and 16 caryatids (female faces) hold up the arched vault of the rotunda with stained glass skylight. In the cupola, the 1858 bell still strikes the hours. Open Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. -4 p.m. Free.

LIMOLAND In October, Limoland is open for school tours, hayrides & pick-your-own pumpkin patch. Also, find mums, gourds & farm animals for the children. The greenhouses are open April & May with homegrown strawberries & flowers for sale. Hours: M-S, 9-6, Sun. 1-5. 8076 Columbia Hwy., Pulaski. 931-363-5744.

LYNNVILLE RAILROAD MUSEUM Completely rebuilt depot in early 1900, style adds historic charm to down town area. Antique steam locomotive, coach, flat car, and caboose. Open to the public. 151 Mill St. Lynnville, TN. 931-527-3158. www.lynnville.org

OLD GRAVEYARD MEMORIAL PARK Cemetery & S. First St., 38478. 931-363-3789 (Chamber of Commerce). Dedicated in 1969, was a pilot project in urban beautification. Cemetery was used from 1817-1883. The renovation project included the locating and charting all grave sites, cleaning and mounting grave stones, and landscaping and lighting the grounds. The cemetery contains the graves of many of the early settlers. Open all year. Free.

PULASKI HISTORIC SQUARE Public Square & First St. 931-363-3789 (Chamber of Commerce). This small town has a strong historic preservation program. The entire square is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A center of fine 18th & 19th century architecture, the Tennessee Historical Commission team declared in 1983, that Pulaski's square was among the finest courthouse squares in Middle Tennessee.

SAM DAVIS MONUMENT South Side of Public Square, Pulaski. This statue was erected by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and unveiled in 1906 during the State Reunion of Confederate Veterans which was held in Pulaski.

SAM DAVIS MUSEUM Sam Davis Ave., Pulaski This is the location of the hanging of the boy hero. The museum was built in 1950 with funds appropriated by the State Legislature. Tours by appointment only.

Historic Downtown Lynnville Offers visitors a glimpse of life in a small town.

MARTIN METHODIST COLLEGE Located in Pulaski. We've been helping young people aim at their goals for well over a century. The school was founded in 1870 to fulfill the dream of one young visionary, Victoria Martin. Her father established the school for people like her who hoped their lives would make the world a better place for everyone. Now a remarkable variety of academic, athletic and social opportunities make Martin Methodist College the place where hundreds of young people each year create a vision for their lives.

MAMA J'S CABIN & CAMPGROUND Candles, Goat Milk Soaps, Crafts, Gifts, Amish Items, Collectibles, Souvenirs, Jellies & Jams. Campground. 26258 Hwy. 64, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464. 931-762-0678. www.mamajscabin.com.

• Comfort Inn
• First Farmers and Merchants National Bank
• First National Bank
• First Realty
• Mama J's Cabin & Campground

Community Links:

• Pulaski
• Ardmore
  
• Elkton
  
• Lynnville
• Minor Hill
• Giles Co. Chamber of Commerce

ACCOMODATIONS & RESTAURANTS:

RICHLAND INN Located at 1020 West College Street in Pulaski in the heart of business district on Highway 64 West. King size beds, HBO. All major cards accepted. Phone 931-363-0006.

COMFORT INN Located at 1140 West College St. 931-424-1600. Special amenities include our FREE continental breakfast served 6am-10am, fax and copy service, VCR and movie rentals, micro-refrigerators and postal services. The only hotel in Pulaski with a swimming pool, located just outside, kids would love it!

SARGES Shack Located on Hwy 64 at I-65 Interchange Exit 14, Frankewing. 931-363-1310. Finest in steaks, fish, rice and our special house dressing. Party Room. Open 7 days a week. Sun. - Thurs. 11am - 9pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am - 10pm.

ROSE'S HOMESTYLE CATERING 19326 Hwy. 64 W., Pulaski. Business: 931-424-6300, Cell: 931-224-3790, Cell: 931-703-1059. Specializing in home baked goods and country cooking including our famous chicken fingers, ribs, Boston butt and much more!

BANKS:

BANK OF FRANKEWING Located on Hwy. 64 at 1-65 and 1671 W. College St. Continuous service since 1921. Tourists are welcome to scenic Giles County. 931-424-3008. www.BankOfFrankewing.com

FIRST FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK offers full service banking in Maury, Marshall, Lawrence, Hickman, Giles, Dickson and Williamson Counties. F&M's FAMTEL® is on the CIRRUS® and Pulse® networks and offers worldwide banking. F&M's Impact® Check Card, the automatic teller card that works like a check, is accepted at VISA® merchants everywhere. Manage your accounts from any internet access at fandmbank.com with F&M's E-Neighbor Banking.

First National Bank offers 9 convenient offices with full service banking in Lincoln, Giles and Marshall Counties. Our Smith Barney Investment Center and FNB Mortgage Company are also available to serve all your financial needs and are located in Pulaski. You can find us at 5 locations in Giles County: 206 South First Street in Pulaski (with two more deposit branches), 26591 East Main Street in Ardmore and at 159 Mill Street in Lynnville. 24-Hour Express Banking is available via the web at www.FNBForYou.com or by phone at 931-363-BANK.

REALTORS:

BOB WHITE REALTY Bob White, Broker. Located at 505 W. College St., Pulaski. Business Phone: 931-363-2544, Fax: 931-363-7330, Residence: 931-363-7357, Cell: 931-607-7357, email:whitebob@realtracs.com.

CARVELL REALTY COMPANY proudly serving Giles County for 32 years. Choose experience, choose the real estate leaders in Giles County. We offer a full line of real estate services. Located at crossroads of U.S. 31 and U.S. 64 - 311 S. First Street, Pulaski. Phone (931)363-7515 Farms, Retirements, Recreational, Business property. www.CarvellRealty.com

FIRST REALTY We at First Realty would like to welcome you to Giles County. Trust the professionals at First Realty for all your real estate needs, where we always put our customers "First". 113 North First Street Pulaski, Tennessee 38478. 931-363-2644. www.FRG1.com.