Brooks County

Brooks County is an administrative region in southern Georgia with agricultural land and small communities spread across its area. Quitman, the county seat, anchors the region and hosts the main public offices and services.

Founded in 1858, the area grew from an agricultural economy centered on cotton cultivation. This farming heritage shaped how settlements developed and how communities were organized.

The courthouse in Quitman displays Greek Revival architecture and functions as a gathering place for government business and community meetings. The building reflects local identity and remains a focal point of public life in the region.

The area is straightforward to explore using a network of rural roads and small-town streets. Visitors can navigate to main locations without needing special access or permits.

Small towns like Barwick, Morven, and Pavo each maintain their own local character while contributing to the county's farming economy. These settlements developed distinct identities despite their shared agricultural ties to the broader region.

Location: Georgia

Inception: 1858

Capital city: Quitman

Shares border with: Cook County, Madison County, Lowndes County, Colquitt County, Jefferson County, Thomas County

Website: http://brookscountyga.us

GPS coordinates: 30.72889,-83.71500

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08