Heard County

Heard County is an administrative county in western Georgia with forests and farmland that borders Alabama. The region consists of rural communities, with Franklin serving as the county seat.

The county was established in 1830 from portions of neighboring Carroll, Coweta, and Troup counties. It was named after Stephen Heard, who served as governor of Georgia from 1780 to 1781.

The Heard County Historical Society preserves artifacts in the Old Jail building in Franklin, documenting how people lived across generations. Visitors can see objects and records that show the daily life and traditions of those who settled this region.

Visitors can find information and local services in Franklin, the county seat, which helps when exploring the area. The region has typical rural infrastructure with smaller roads and communities best explored by car.

Mayhayley Lancaster, a fortune teller who lived in the county, was also a lawyer and teacher who shaped local politics in the early 1900s. Her unusual career path reflects the independent stories this region holds beyond typical histories.

Location: Georgia

Inception: December 22, 1830

Capital city: Franklin

Shares border with: Carroll County, Troup County, Coweta County, Randolph County

Website: http://HeardCountyGA.com

GPS coordinates: 33.30000,-85.13000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:32