Monroe County was formed in 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.

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Forsyth, the county seat, is named for John Forsyth, who, as minister to Spain, negotiated the purchase of Florida in 1819. Culloden was named for a Scottish Highlander who opened a store there  in 1780. Culloden is also the site of the oldest Methodist church in Georgia.

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Important Information:

Monroe County Board of Elections will hold a called meeting

on 12/8/23 @ 9:00 a.m. to certify the Dec. 5, 2023,

City of Forsyth Municipal Election.

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