We now have two buildings directly across the street from each other. We are a museum, research center and Archive for local history in Franklin and Simpson County, Kentucky We also specialize in genealogical services as well. Stop in and see us! The mission of the Simpson County Historical Society is to collect, preserve, and educate in all aspects of history and genealogy relating to Simpson County and its citizens Objectives include: To collect and preserve source material, writings, publications, etc., pertaining to the history of Simpson County and the City of Franklin, Kentucky, keep genealogical files, encourage the publication of articles of historical interest and to publicize historical information, investigate and carry out where feasible the preserving and/or marking of places of interest located in Simpson County, hold meetings with lectures, papers, discussions, etc., assist in educating the citizens of Simpson County in regard to genealogy and local history, operate the Archives and OldJail Museum & History Center.