Crawford County Deveolpment Authority

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The First non-Indian settlement in what became Crawford County was the Creek Indian Agency on the Flint River, built by Indian Agent Benjamin Hawkins. The county was formed out of Houston County in 1822, and the old town of Knoxville became the county seat the next year. Knoxville was a thriving community throughout most of the 1800’s. It was here that Col. William Ward’s volunteers were presented Joanna Troutman’s forerunner to what became the Lone Star Flag of Texas. It was here that Coca Cola inventor John Pemberton and Georgia’s first Black Congressman Jefferson Franklin Long were born. But when the railroad came through Crawford County, new business wanted to be nearer the tracks. The resulting new settlement, first called New Knoxville, was soon named Roberta in honor of the founder Hiram McCary’s daughter. Roberta was incorporated as a town in 1890 and a city in 1915. Its first mayor was A.J Danielly. With the railroad and then a state and federal highway as the main routes to Florida, Roberta and Crawford County catered to tourist for many years, with many motels and restaurants thriving in the 1950’s. As the railroad discontinued passenger service and interstate highways became the popular driving routes, the area became more dependent on agriculture, timber, and manufacturing. Today, Roberta-Crawford County has become a beautiful and quiet Southern community.

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• Old Jail Museum in Knoxville (National Historic Register site)

• Knoxville Old Courthouse (National Historic Register site)

• Dickey’s Peach Packing Shed

• Benjamin Hawkins Grave Site

• Joanna Troutman Home Site

• Historic Homes, Churches, Cemeteries and Town Square (National Historic Register site)

• Museum of Southeastern Indians

The Georgia Jug Fest – Usually 3rd Weekend in May
The Georgia Jug Fest is brought to Crawford County by the Roberta-Crawford County Chamber of Commerce and is held on the third weekend in May, celebrating more than two hundred years of the “jug making” tradition in Middle Georgia. Potters working in traditional as well as modern styles, as well as crafters and folk artists, demonstrate and sell at the festival in historic Knoxville. Events include an exhibit of historic pottery, an auction of collectible pottery, an antique and classic car show, children’s activities, a tractor show, demonstrations of mule working skills, and a community church service. As part of the festival, historic buildings are open for tours, exhibits, and demonstrations. Nonprofit organizations provide down home meals and snacks and local talent provides the entertainment. The event charges no admission or parking fees.

Kiwanis Car Show – 3rd Saturday in May

Tour historic Crawford County along The Peach Blossom Tail. Driving routes available.

For more information, contact:

Roberta-Crawford County Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 417
Roberta, Georgia 31078
(478) 836-3825

Historical Headquarters
(478) 836-3029

Flint River
The Flint River is located in the West portion of Crawford County. The river access off Highway 128 offers a public boat launch.

Hunting & Fishing
Hunting and fishing are popular past times for residents of Crawford County. State hunting or fishing licenses are available at local bait & tackle shops throughout the county. The Flint River is a favorite location for fishing in Crawford County.

Knoxville Plantation
Located just east of Roberta, Knoxville Plantation is a public hunting facility with the feel of a private preserve. Visitors can hunt quail (license included), turkey, or deer, or practice their shooting skills at the skeet range……………………………...800-741-2838

Recreational Services
(County Commissioners Office)………………………………………..… (478) 836-3782

Perfect for the aviation businessman looking to locate operations to Crawford County. The AirPark is owned and operated by Gentle Landings. For more information visit: http://gentlelandings.com/