Montgomery County

Montgomery County is an administrative region in central Alabama with a mix of urban areas, farmland, and natural spaces along the Alabama River. The county encompasses the city of Montgomery as its seat along with smaller towns and rural areas that together form a varied landscape.

The region was established in 1816 and gained national significance when the county seat became the first capital of the Confederate States of America in 1861. This period shaped the area's history and its role in the larger story of the American South.

The Rosa Parks Museum documents the civil rights movement and bus boycotts of the 1950s that shaped the community. Visitors encounter original vehicles and personal stories that show how these events transformed local life.

The area is best explored by car since public transit is limited and communities are spread across a larger region. Most key sites are clearly marked and accessible, with several accommodation and dining options available in Montgomery city.

Maxwell Air Force Base sits within the region and serves as headquarters for Air University, which trains Air Force personnel in various disciplines. The base has a long history in military aviation education and remains a major employer for the area.

Location: Alabama

Inception: December 6, 1816

Capital city: Montgomery

Shares border with: Elmore County, Autauga County, Bullock County, Crenshaw County, Macon County, Pike County, Lowndes County

Website: http://mc-ala.org

GPS coordinates: 32.21917,-86.20944

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:06