Fayetteville

Fayetteville is the county seat of Lincoln County in Tennessee, spread across varied terrain with residential neighborhoods alongside commercial and civic buildings. The downtown area serves as the heart of the community with local businesses and gathering spaces.

The town was founded in 1809 by the Tennessee General Assembly on lands that had belonged to Cherokee and Chickasaw peoples. This early settlement became the administrative center for the growing county.

The Lincoln County Fair brings the community together each year with harness racing, pageants, and concerts that reflect rural traditions and agricultural heritage. These events are woven into the fabric of local life and identity.

The town has a hospital and several schools serving the local community and visitors. Getting around on foot is manageable in the downtown area, though a car is useful for exploring the broader region.

A stone bridge with six arches was completed in 1862 to serve as a vital crossing, but heavy flood waters destroyed it in 1969. The structure remains part of local memory and stories about the town's past.

Location: Lincoln County

Inception: 1809

Elevation above the sea: 215 m

Website: http://fayettevilletn.com

GPS coordinates: 35.15278,-86.57139

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:32