Barbour County, Administrative division in southeastern Alabama, United States.
Barbour County is an administrative division in the Wiregrass region of southeastern Alabama, with two main towns, Clayton and Eufaula, connected by U.S. Highways 82 and 431. The county encompasses various rural communities accessible through these important roadways.
The county was established in 1832 and named after Virginia Governor James Barbour, with Louisville initially serving as the county seat. The seat was relocated to Clayton in 1834, reflecting early changes in the region's administrative development.
The Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge shapes the local landscape and invites visitors to experience natural habitats directly. This protected area demonstrates how the community connects conservation with education.
Visitors will find essential services and amenities concentrated in Clayton and Eufaula, with schools and educational facilities distributed throughout the county. Highways 82 and 431 provide clear orientation and good accessibility between communities.
The area has a striking political history, with more governors originating from this county than from any other in Alabama. This influence on state politics becomes evident when exploring local landmarks and community institutions.
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Blue Springs State Park
25.2 km
Walter F. George Lake
25.9 kmEufaula National Wildlife Refuge
32.5 km
Shorter Mansion
23.9 kmLakepoint State Park
30 km
George T. Bagby State Park
39.1 km
Fendall Hall
4 kmMandeville Site
28.5 km
Henry D. Clayton House
5.3 kmSeth Lore and Irwinton Historic District
24 km
Kendall Manor
23.3 kmWoodlane Plantation
21.3 km
Grace Episcopal Church
5.3 km
Petty-Roberts-Beatty House
5.2 km
Foster House
43.7 km
Cato House
22.9 km
Glenn-Thompson Plantation
38 km
Spring Hill Methodist Church
24.5 km
Wellborn
24.4 km
The Tavern
24.2 km
Drewry-Mitchell-Moorer House
24.1 km
Bullock County Courthouse Historic District
43.4 km
Quitman County Courthouse and Old Jail
27.2 km
Bray-Barron House
24 km
Merritt School
26.7 km
Kiels-McNab House
23 km
McNab Bank Building
24.1 km
Miller-Martin Town House
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