Wedowee in Randolph County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Randolph County
Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, July 1, 2023
1. Randolph County Marker
Wedowee, the county seat, is named for the chief of a Creek Indian village which once occupied this site. First court was held near Triplett's Ferry on the Tallapoosa River, west of Wedowee.
Erected 1973 by Alabama Historical Association.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. In addition, it is included in the Alabama Historical Association series list. A significant historical date for this entry is December 18, 1832.
Location. 33° 18.563′ N, 85° 29.078′ W. Marker is in Wedowee, Alabama, in Randolph County. Marker is at the intersection of North Main Street and East Broad Street NE, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 N Main Street, Wedowee AL 36278, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 14 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. World War I Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); World War II, Korea and Vietnam War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of the Home of William Hugh Smith (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lebanon Christian Church (approx. 11.4 miles away); First Baptist Curch
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Photographed By Darren Jefferson Clay, July 1, 2023
2. Randolph County Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on November 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 4, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. This page has been viewed 73 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 17, 2023, by Darren Jefferson Clay of Duluth, Georgia. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
