The 54th Annual Macon County Gemboree will be held at the Macon County Community Building. Each year rock hounds from all across the United States descend on Franklin for gem & mineral shows. These shows feature everything from fine jewelry to rough and cut gems & minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment and more. For complete information call us at 828-524-3161. Friday and Saturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. Admission $3 for adults, children 12 & under free. Watch for $1 off coupons in local newspapers, at restaurants and at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce.