Franklin county, al land for sale 91 listings land and. The maps span 300 years, documenting not only alabamas geographic past, but also that of the region, nation, and continent. Data for montgomery county was derived from a typed list. Dismals canyon in phil campbell, franklin county, alabama holds much history as have you seen the glowworms at dismals canyon in phil campbell, alabama. Franklin county vital records can be found at the alabama department of public health which has birth and death records from 1908, marriages from 1936 and divorce records from 1950. Discover the past of alabama through state maps in our online collection of old historical maps that span over 200 years of growth. Internet archive a centennial biographical history of the city of columbus and franklin county, ohio 1901 source. Data for montgomery county was derived from a typed list found on microfilm created in the 1950s. Google books centennial history of columbus and franklin county, ohio 1909 source. The internet archive has some digitized county histories and other items. Usa 1,012,695 alabama 21,657 franklin county 289 franklin county records by type.
The franklin county archive, located in russellville, al, is a collection of valuable documents that includes records on organizations, governments, and businesses in the franklin county area. It is situated in the northwestern part of the state and is bordered by colbert, lawrence, winston, and marion counties in alabama, and by tishomingo and stawamba counties in mississippi. Franklin county, alabama genealogy genealogy familysearch wiki. For more information about local histories, see the wiki page section alabama local histories. Lagrange military academy in franklin county, alabama. Brandi smith davis, franklin county register of deeds serving as registrar since 2011 and franklin county since 2001. Please keep in mind that map coverage varies and may not be complete for all counties.
It was abolished eight months later by an alabama constitutional convention and then reestablished on february 24. Family books available in the research library at the. The county seat was originally located at russellville, named after william russell, an early settler and chief scout for gen. Alabama department of archives and history, 1867 voter. Franklin county, massachusetts genealogy genealogy. Search usa pennsylvania franklin county franklin county. Roster and roll of franklin men from colonies to states heroes from franklin county. Franklin county, alabama genealogy, books, cds, maps.
History of franklin county a collection of reminiscences of the early settlement of the county source. Rootsweb please, add your favorite websites to this page. History of franklin county pennsylvania, illustrated 1887. The photos shown for former sheriffs of franklin county are currently the only ones we have available. Russellville public library director ashley cummins left is organizing several library events in conjunction with the alabama bicentennial, like.
The heritage of franklin county, alabama heritage of alabama. Here are the sites in franklin county, alabama you dont want to miss. This collection contains a sampling of maps and blueprints from the extensive holdings at the alabama department of archives and history. You will find our history, a directory of government offices, and links to a number of websites that might be helpful to you. Archival records include reports, manuscripts, minutes, correspondence, and other documents related to. It is situated in the northwestern part of the state, and is bordered by colbert, lawrence, winston, and marion counties in alabama, and by tishomingo and itawamba counties, mississippi. The franklin county courthouse is located in russellville, alabama. The county seat remained in belgreen until 4 dec 1890 when. Internet archive history of franklin county 1858 source. General usa family history books at familysearch includes more than 150,000 digitized histories of families, county and local histories. Search usa indiana franklin county franklin county. This site is privately owned and is not an official site of familysearch international or the church of jesus christ of latterday saints lds. At the june 17, 2019 meeting, the franklin county board of commissioners approved an agreement with open broadband llc to support the deployment of broadband internet service into the unserved and underserved areas of franklin county. Mobile, baldwin, clarke, monroe, choctaw, washington, conecuh.
Andrew jackson during the creek indian war of 1814. Discover librarianselected research resources on alabama history from the questia online library, including fulltext online books, academic journals, magazines, newspapers and more. Information from the alabama department of archives and history franklin county was created by the alabama territorial legislature on 1818 feb. Peggy teel shelved 2 times as alabamahistory avg rating 2. Red bay museum red bay may be a small town, boasting a population of around 3,500, but it boasts an impressive history museum. We have a listing of former sheriffs dating back to 1819 and would love to include additional photos if anyone has some available. Colbert county was originally established on february 6, 1867 after it split from franklin county over political issues after the american civil war. Its history as a county antedates the history of the state, it having been organized in 1818, by the first territorial legislature. The maps span 300 years, documenting not only alabama s geographic past, but also that of the region, nation, and continent. Franklin county, tennessee genealogy, books, cds, maps. It is situated in the northwestern part of the state and is bordered by colbert, lawrence, winston, and marion counties in alabama, and by tishomingo and stawamba counties in. We welcome your submissions of information relating to franklin county, alabama. Old town franklin at franklin, al in monroe county.
When i saw some of those names, i saw street names in the bottoms that sprung to life, as so many. At that time there were only two towns, russellville and big springs, now known as tuscumbia. The current courthouse there was built in 1955 out of alabama limestone in the art deco style. Published by the tennessee valley genealogical society, p. Old historical city, county and state maps of alabama. Everyday discount prices and great customer service. There is no voter registration book available for clarke county the original 1867 voter registration books for montgomery county are missing. Franklin county use the menu to the right to browse our collection of outofprint editions of u. Online county histories, biographies and indexes usa a genealogy guide. History of franklin county alabama genealogy trails. They are perfect for the history buff or nature lover as well. Russellville is the county seat of franklin county, established in 1820.
Blank family trees in the back for paternal and maternal information. Rutherford office, rutherford brothers store, rutherford brothers store warehouse and the franklin methodist church. Alabamaatlas alabama franklin county, alabama people quickfactsfranklin countyalabama population, 2005 estimate 30,7374,557,808 population, percent change, april 1. Franklin county is the 43rd largest county 646 square miles in alabama. Spring is the best time camping without showers photo by carolyn wright dismals canyon in phil campbell, franklin county, alabama holds much history as well as much naturally pristine beauty. When traveling highway 41 between monroeville and camden, you will pass a very picturesque scene at franklin that includes several nicely restored buildings all neatly located within white picket fences. Franklin county courthouse encyclopedia of alabama. It was abolished eight months later by an alabama constitutional convention and then reestablished on february 24, 1870. Franklin county, alabama genealogy, facts, records and links. Franklin county alabama genealogy and history presented by. Its boundaries started at what is now marion county and extended all the way to the tennessee river. Here youll find record collections, history, and genealogy resources to help you trace your franklin county ancestors. Franklin county was long settled by the time it was set off as its own county in 1811. It was a crossroads for migrations from eastern massachusetts, rhode island, and connecticut, and the gateway to vermont and new.
Franklin county was established on february 6, 1818. List of books and articles about alabama history online. History of pennsylvania, statistical and miscellaneous matter, etc. Tom franklin goodreads author shelved 1 time as alabamahistory. Alabama maps franklin county university of alabama. View alabama maps such as historical county boundaries changes, old vintage maps, as well as road highway maps for all 67 counties in alabama. Franklin county alabama is located in northwest alabama between birmingham, memphis and nashville. It is situated in the northwestern part of the state, and is bordered by colbert, lawrence, winston, and marion counties in alabama, and by. These buildings include the old franklin school house, dr. So fascinated as i read what buildings sat where, who was who in the mid 1800s and the names of so many early settlers. Archival records include reports, manuscripts, minutes, correspondence, and other documents related to past events. Popular alabama history books showing 148 of 48 know alabama paperback by. The heritage of franklin county, alabama heritage of alabama series on. Franklin county alabama genealogy and history presented.
Franklin is one of the northwestern counties of the state, and adjoins the state of mississippi. Internet archive centennial history of columbus and franklin county, ohio volume 1, 1909 source. Please refer to the information to the statewide vital records in alabama for current fees and. Bibles, biographies, cemeteries, census, genealogy. Franklin county virginia 17861986 a bicentennial history by john s. History of the sheriffs office franklin county al sheriff. Registration books for montgomery county are missing. The register of deeds office serves as the custodian for documents related to real estate located in franklin county, which date back to 1776. It is situated in the northwestern part of the state, and is bordered by colbert, lawrence, winston, and marion counties in alabama, and by tishomingo and itawamba counties. Franklin county originally had more than 1200 square miles. Franklin county was created by the alabama territorial legislature on 1818 feb. Colbert county, alabama was named for two chickasaw indian chiefs. This is just a list that has been compiled or submitted. Lafayette letters lafayette arrives in alabama john banks reports progress.
The franklin county library will be closed to the public until further notice. Interactive map of alabama county formation history 17991980 animated maps illustrating alabama county boundary changes. The histories may include biographies, church, school and government history, and military information. Franklin county, alabama genealogy familysearch wiki. Jun 08, 2017 they are perfect for the history buff or nature lover as well. Where can find franklin county birth, marriage, divorce and death records.
Texas is named after a pioneer of shelby county, alabama. Franklin county historical society tennessee library for accessible books and media. Franklin county je okrug u americkoj saveznoj drzavi alabama. History of franklin county pennsylvania, illustrated 1887 containing a history of the county, its townships, towns, villages, schools, churches, industries, etc portraits of early settlers and prominent men. Usgenweb united states census mortality schedule, 1850 franklin county source. Welcome to our franklin county family history research page. Ohio history central history of franklin county 1858 source. Compiled by the franklin county heritage book committee. Several counties were not yet established at the time of the 1867 voter registration. Only the second history of franklin county, va ever researched and published. The heritage of franklin county, alabama heritage of. Franklin county was created by the alabama territorial legislature on 6 february 1818 and named in honor of benjamin franklin. There were, of course, other heroes, little ones who did little things to help people get through.
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