Helpers to care for the site and gardeners to care for the flowers are welcome! Everyone is welcome to contribute to the Veteran Plaza around the flag at the Franklin Post Office by purchasing engraved bricks to honor veterans and active-duty military. A Blue Star Memorial marker (donated by the Franklin-Simpson Garden Club) is part of the landscaping, along with Kentucky flowers. The engraved br
icks have been laid in a triangle area surrounding the flagpole, with the Blue Star marker at the far end and flower beds on two sides. The front of the building was landscaped, and in 2021 more flower beds and a small tree were placed at the side entrance. veterans and active-duty military service members– from 1775 to this year, from natives of Simpson County to those who’ve recently arrived or who have family or friends in the area – are welcome. The bricks can be in memory of someone who’s passed on, or in honor of someone who’s living. They can be for an individual or any U.S. military group, from a squad or ship to an entire branch of service. If you don’t know any veterans personally, please consider sponsoring one of the 5000 Veterans of Simpson County. The Historical Society (206 N College St, 270-586-4228) has information. Or donate to the Help Fund and help other people buy bricks for their veterans.
*What if there's already a brick for my veteran? If there are duplicates, the Franklin Garden Club will contact both sponsors to see if you want to co-sponsor the veteran and share a brick.
*What if a name is too long to fit? Contact the Franklin Garden Club for assistance.
*Can I order a brick to keep for myself? You can also order two identical bricks, one for the Veteran Plaza and one to keep, and we also offer 4”x4” keepsake tiles.
*How much do bricks cost? A brick with just text is $30 and a brick with an image and text is $35.
*Who's in charge of this project? This project is sponsored by the Franklin-Simpson Garden Club, in cooperation with the US Post Office in Franklin KY and businesses and community organizations in Simpson County. The funds raised will be used to create the Veteran Plaza and landscape the Franklin Post Office. Excess funds will be donated to a veteran support organization.