Monroe County was
formed May 15, 1821
from Creek Indian
land. It is
named for President
James Monroe, the
5th President of the
United States and
author of the Monroe
Doctrine.
Incorporated:
May 15,1821
Population:
21,757
Total
Area:
396 square miles
Cities & Towns:
Culloden
Forsyth (County Seat)
Julliette
Attractions:
Chattahoochee National
Forest
Georgia Public Safety
Training Center
High Falls State Park
Lake Juliette
Whistle Stop Cafe,
located in Juliette, was made famous by the
movie "Fried Green Tomatoes"
