Roswell

Roswell is a city in Fulton County, Georgia, that rolls over hills north of Atlanta and borders the Chattahoochee River. The streets run through residential neighborhoods shaded by large trees, and the historic center has 19th-century buildings next to newer shops and restaurants.

Roswell King founded the settlement in 1830 when he built a cotton mill on a creek that provided enough water power to run machinery. The factory grew into the largest production site in North Georgia until General Garrard burned it down in 1864 while sparing the residential houses.

Several of the old mansions open their doors for visitors who walk through rooms and understand how families lived and worked during the 19th century. The presidential connection comes from the Bulloch house, where Theodore Roosevelt's mother spent her childhood before moving to New York.

Walking paths run along the river and through wooded areas that are good for afternoon or weekend outings when the weather is mild. Most historic houses lie in the center near Canton Street, where shops and cafes are also found.

The ruins of the old mill at Vickery Creek lie hidden in the woods, and you can see the foundation walls and the canal that carried water to the mill wheels. The spot is quiet, and the stones are covered with moss, giving a different mood than the maintained houses in the center.

Location: Fulton County

Inception: 1830

Elevation above the sea: 320 m

Website: https://roswellgov.com

GPS coordinates: 34.03390,-84.34420

Latest update: December 13, 2025 08:02