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Located on the northern banks of the Chattahoochee River in Fulton County, Roswell, area whose history was impacted and shaped by the 1828 discovery of gold in north Georgia, the opening of cotton and woolen mills known collectively as the Roswell Manufacturing Company a decade later and the occupation by Union troops in July of 1864 on their march to Atlanta. Today Roswell thrives with historic and natural attractions, shopping and gallery hopping and casual and formal dining options.

For more details about Roswell's history and its many heritage sites, contact the Historic Roswell Convention & Visitors Bureau by calling toll-free 1.800.776.7935

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Press Releases

• December 14, 2008 Three homes the gems in Roswell's historic crown
• Press Release 10-02-08 - A Southern Trilogy

• September 2007 Press Release - Roswell History [pdf download]
  ROSWELL, GA- September, 2007 - Located along the northern banks of the Chattahoochee River, Roswell has a rich past intersected and shaped by several significant historical events: the 1828 discovery of gold in north Georgia; the opening of cotton mills, known collectively as the Roswell Manufacturing Company, a decade later; and the occupation by Union troops in July of 1864 on their march to Atlanta. Today, visitors to Roswell can see this history preserved in antebellum homes and heritage attractions that recall chapters of its past and in a treasure trove of antiques and even restaurants whose buildings provide a peek into yesteryear. more...
• September 2007 Press Release - The Arts [pdf download]
  ROSWELL, GA - September, 2007 - Historic Roswell, a savvy suburb located on the northern banks of the Chattahoochee River and just 20 minutes away from Atlanta, Georgia, has a dynamic arts community. Visitors can explore nearly three dozen art galleries and working artist studios, enjoy great theatre and celebrate visual and oral arts traditions at two of the Southeast's most famous festivals. more...
• September 2007 Press Release - Weekend Getaway [pdf download]
  ROSWELL, GA - September, 2007 - Nature lovers, history buffs, art aficionados and foodies can follow their passion to Historic Roswell and indulge in all their favorite pastimes. This savvy suburb just 20 minutes north of Atlanta, Georgia, has the perfect ingredients for a wonderful weekend getaway. more... [pdf download]