Eatonton in Putnam County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)

Putnam County

Photographed By David Seibert, August 4, 2010

1. Putnam County Marker

Inscription. Putnam County was created by Act of Dec. 10, 1807 out of Baldwin County. Among the prominent men born in Putnam County were Joel Chandler Harris and L. Q. C. Lamar. It was named for General Israel Putnam (1718-1790), Massachusetts hero of the Revolution. He fought with the British in 1755 and in “Pontiac’s War” in 1762. One of the leaders at the Battle of Bunker Hill, he was a gallant soldier and brave general. First officers of Putnam County, commissioned January 14, 1808, were: Samuel Reed, Sheriff; William Williams, Clk. Sup. Ct.; Landling Williams, Clk. Inf. Ct.; George Hill, Coroner.

Erected 1956 by Georgia Historical Commission. (Marker Number 117-5.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical date for this entry is January 14, 1808.

Location. 33° 19.571′ N, 83° 23.343′ W. Marker is in Eatonton, Georgia, in Putnam County. Marker is on West Marion Street (U.S. 16) 0 miles west of South Jefferson Avenue (Route 441), on the right when traveling east. The marker stands in front of the Putnam County Courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Eatonton GA 31024, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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

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The March to the Sea (a few steps from this marker); The Stoneman Raid (a few steps from this marker); Putnam County Court House (within shouting distance of this marker); Putnam County Veterans Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Veterans Flagpole (within shouting distance of this marker); Putnam County Confederate Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Branch Bank of the State of Georgia at Eatonton (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Childhood Home of Joel Chandler Harris (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Eatonton.

Photographed By David Seibert, August 4, 2010

2. Putnam County Marker

Putnam County Courthouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed By David Seibert, August 4, 2010

3. Putnam County Courthouse

A statue of Brer Rabbit stands by the walk. Author Joel Chandler Harris was born in Putnam County.

Photographed By David Seibert, August 4, 2010

4. Putnam County Courthouse

The original portion of the courthouse was built in 1824. It was substantially remodelled in 1905, leaving little trace of the original. It was enlarged again in 2004-2006, adding the wings and tripling the size.

Credits. This page was last revised on November 25, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2010, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 779 times since then and 26 times this year. Last updated on November 25, 2021, by Bill Witherspoon of Decatur, Georgia. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 19, 2010, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.