Tap the play button to listen to the narration. Our foyer is the gathering center of our building. This is the space where we join in conversation and community following service during our Fellowship Cafe time. As you wander around the foyer, please note these highlights: near the pass-through window is displayed the prestigious Bennet Award, presented to FUSF in 2025. The First Universalist Society in Franklin was one of only four congregations nationwide selected

Tap the play button to listen to the narration. As you near the History Wall, take time to admire the beautiful stained glass window, saved in its entirety from Grace Chapel, one of our earlier buildings. FUSF has a deep and important history in the town of Franklin. On this wall hangs a portrait of Oliver Dean, our earliest benefactor. Dean donated the land for the newly-formed Universalist Society in Franklin and for Dean Academy,

Tap the play button to listen to the narration. Like our sanctuary, our chancel serves multiple purposes. Of course this is the center of most worship services, but it also serves as a stage for plays, musical performances, and recitals. The well-known Circle of Friends Coffeehouse has hosted numerous performances here. Additionally, our space is regularly used by Temple Etz Chaim for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and local music teachers for student recitals.   Some historical

Tap the play button to listen to the narration. Our Art Wall began as a practical solution for creating additional storage space. Behind the wall are additional chairs and other supplies needed for worship. The use of the front-facing part of the wall as an art installation allowed this practical wall to become a beautiful addition to our sanctuary. The FUSF Art Wall has hosted more than 60 exhibits since its creation in 2013. Many

Tap the play button to listen to the narration. Our beautiful quilted chalice wall hanging was the first piece of art work to be displayed when we opened our new building in 2001. This original chalice design was created and completed by a congregant. The chalice on the quilt represents our commitment to our Unitarian Universalist roots, signifying the sacredness of both the individual and community. It stands as a light of reason, understanding, and