Hancock County, Administrative division in Mississippi, United States.
Hancock County stretches along the Gulf of Mexico coastline, featuring a mix of urban settlements and natural landscapes with coastal wetlands and waterways.
The county, established in 1812, bears the name of John Hancock, the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence of the United States.
Bay St. Louis, the county seat, hosts annual festivals and community events that celebrate the maritime heritage and local traditions of the Gulf Coast region.
Visitors can access government services and community resources at the county administrative buildings located in downtown Bay St. Louis throughout the week.
The county houses NASA's John C. Stennis Space Center, where rocket engines undergo testing for space exploration missions.
Location: Mississippi
Inception: 1812
Capital city: Bay St. Louis
Shares border with: Pearl River County, Harrison County, St. Tammany Parish, Stone County
Website: https://hancockcounty.ms.gov
GPS coordinates: 30.39000,-89.47000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:08
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