National Register Listings in
Cobb County, Georgia

Acworth Downtown Historic District Atlanta-Frasier Street Historic District Bankston, J. C., Rock House Bethel AME Church Big Shanty Village Historic District Braswell-Carnes House Brumby, Arnoldus, House Butler, Hiram, House Butner-Mctyre General Store Camp McDonald Carmichael, J. H., Farm and General Store Causey, Israel, House Cheney, Andrew J., House Cherokee Street Historic District Church Street-Cherokee Street Historic District Clarkdale Historic District Collins Avenue Historic District Cowen, Stephen D., House Frobel-Knight-Borders House General, The Gilgal Church Battle Site Glover-McLeod-Garrison House Johnston's Line Johnston's River Line (Boundary Increase and Additional Documentation) Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Lake Acworth Beach and Bathhouse Mable, Robert, House and Cemetery Marietta National Cemetery McAdoo, William Gibbs, House Midway Presbyterian Church and Cemetery Moore, Tarleton, House North Main Street Historic District Northwest Marietta Historic District Pace, Solomon and Penelopy, House Power, George A., House Rice, John W., Summer Cottage Riverview Carousel at Six Flags Over Georgia Ruff's Mill and Concord Covered Bridge Smith-Manning House Summers Street Historic District Taylor-Brawner House and Brawner Sanitarium Washington Avenue Historic District Whitlock Avenue Historic District Zion Baptist Church
The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.
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Cobb County, located in the state of Georgia, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Cherokee Indians, who were forced to cede their land during the Indian Removal Act of the 1830s. The county was established in 1832 and named after Thomas Willis Cobb, a former U.S. Senator from Georgia.

During the American Civil War, Cobb County was heavily affected by the conflict. The Battle of Kennesaw Mountain, fought in 1864, was a major engagement in the Atlanta Campaign and resulted in heavy casualties. The county also served as a transportation hub, with the Western and Atlantic Railroad running through it, playing a crucial role in supplying Confederate forces during the war.

In the decades following the Civil War, Cobb County experienced significant growth and development. Agriculture, particularly cotton farming, was prominent until the early 20th century when suburbanization and industrialization took hold. The county saw the establishment of several new towns, such as Marietta, Smyrna, and Kennesaw, which grew rapidly as Atlanta's suburbs expanded.

Today, Cobb County is one of the most populous counties in Georgia and is known for its diverse economy, vibrant communities, and excellent schools. It is home to a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, and telecommunications. The county also boasts numerous parks, recreational areas, and cultural attractions, making it a desirable place to live and visit in the greater Atlanta metropolitan area.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Cobb County, Georgia.

  • 1832: Cobb County is created from Cherokee County.
  • 1833: Marietta becomes the county seat of Cobb County.
  • 1864: Battle of Kennesaw Mountain takes place during the Civil War.
  • 1905: The Georgia School for the Deaf is established in Cave Spring.
  • 1953: The Lockheed Martin aircraft manufacturing facility opens in Marietta.
  • 1989: Six Flags Over Georgia opens in Austell.