Clarke County

Clarke County is an administrative county in northeastern Georgia with Athens as its county seat. The area encompasses both urban and rural regions, with the University of Georgia serving as a major employer and cultural hub.

The county was established in 1801 and named after General Elijah Clarke from the American Revolution. The region initially developed as an agricultural area before the university later became the center of local development.

The University of Georgia shapes cultural life in the region and draws students from across the country. Athens develops into a center for art, music, and intellectual activities, where you encounter young people engaged in events and creative projects throughout the city.

The visitor center in Athens provides information about local attractions and hiking routes in the surrounding area. Most attractions are easily accessible by car or on foot when starting from downtown.

The area contains more than fifty locations listed in the National Register of Historic Places, including the Morton Theatre and the State Botanical Garden. This concentration of recorded history makes it an interesting destination for anyone curious about local architecture and landmarks.

Location: Georgia

Inception: 1801

Capital city: Athens

Shares border with: Madison County, Oconee County, Oglethorpe County, Jackson County, Barrow County

Website: http://athensclarkecounty.com

GPS coordinates: 33.95546,-83.38325

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08