Griffin in Spalding County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)

Founding of Griffin

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Photographed By David Seibert, January 25, 2010

1. Founding of Griffin Marker

Inscription.
Near the present junction of the Central and Southern Railways, from a stump near the town spring, on June 8, 1840, Gen. Lewis Lawrence Griffin sold lots to the highest bidder, thus establishing the City of Griffin. William Leake bought the first lot. Gen. Griffin, an early advocate of the railroad and one of the wealthiest men in Middle Georgia, was the first president of the Monroe Railroad and Banking Co. A General in the Georgia Militia, he fought in the Indian war known as the Florida Campaign and in the wars against the Creeks. He served in the State Legislature in 1829 and 1830.

Erected 1956 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 126-8.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers • Wars, US Indian. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical month for this entry is June 1457.

Location. 33° 14.817′ N, 84° 16.05′ W. Marker is in Griffin, Georgia, in Spalding County. Marker is at the intersection of West Taylor Street (U.S. 41) and New Orleans Street, on the right when traveling east on West Taylor Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Griffin GA 30224, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance

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of this marker. Sgt. Paul Davis McElroy (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Pfc. Mickey E. Goodman (about 700 feet away); Pvt. Roy C. Wells, Jr. (about 700 feet away); Pvt. C.M. Sikes (about 800 feet away); Pvt. Thomas E. Wooten (about 800 feet away); Sfc. Melvin Rivers (about 800 feet away); 1st Lt. James Martin (about 800 feet away); Pvt. Willie Mallory (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Griffin.

Photographed By David Seibert, January 25, 2010

2. Founding of Griffin Marker

Looking west on US 19, West Taylor Avenue

Credits. This page was last revised on July 20, 2018. It was originally submitted on February 16, 2010, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 923 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 16, 2010, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.