AOMCHS Background
The Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society has been dedicated to preserving the rich history of Alpharetta and the former Milton County since its founding in 1979. Originally established as the Old Milton County Historical and Genealogical Society, the organization was incorporated in 1980 under the name Alpharetta, Old Milton County, Georgia, Historical and Genealogical Society. In 1994, it was re-incorporated as the Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society, Inc., reflecting its enduring commitment to historical preservation. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Society plays a vital role in collecting, preserving, and sharing accurate historical records and artifacts. Through educational programs, exhibits, and community outreach, the Society ensures that the legacy of Alpharetta and Old Milton County is accessible to present and future generations.
Preserving the Past for the Future
The Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society is guided by its motto "Preserving the Past, in the Present, for the Future." Its collections of Alpharetta and old Milton County historical and genealogical information have been recorded, archived, and kept alive at the historic Mansell House and Gardens, and are available for the public to view. The Society continues to grow and gather more historical material as it becomes available.
Become a Member
Discover more about your community, its rich history, and the people who shaped it by joining the Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society.
Historical Events & Community Calendar
Stay informed about key historical events and upcoming community activities.
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A Historic Venue for Memorable Events
Step back in time to the early 1900s, where you can relax on the veranda, sip a cool drink, and enjoy the fragrant blooms of the Mansell House and Gardens. This beautifully restored historic home, an adaptive reuse project of the Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society, offers a charming venue for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, showers, parties, meetings, and more. With spacious rooms and a private setting, it’s the perfect location for your next special event.
AOMCHS Research Archive Hours
We are open Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM and closed on holidays.
Mission of the Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society
The mission of the Alpharetta & Old Milton County Historical Society is to promote an interest in and the study of history, genealogy, and related fields as it collects, assembles, preserves, and disseminates historical and genealogical information related to Alpharetta and old Milton County for the benefit of its members, their descendants, and the public.
Research Library & Archives
The Research Library and Archives provide public access to information on the history of Alpharetta, old Milton County, and local genealogy. Our collection is housed in the basement of the Log Cabin at 210 Milton Ave, across from the former Old Milton High School. AOMCHS workers and volunteers are typically present on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To submit inquiries or schedule research appointments, please email aomcharchives@gmail.com.
Books
Here is a partial listing of our most frequently accessed books. The books deal with subjects of interest to those researching the following areas: Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton County, Cherokee County, Cobb County, Forsyth County, Gwinnett County, Hall County, and North Georgia. Books are listed alphabetically by title. The subject area is named at the end of each entry.
Family Histories
Our holdings include more than 200 family histories, mostly of those with roots in Alpharetta, Old Milton County, and surrounding areas. This collection will continue to grow as Society members and research patrons donate genealogical papers.
Links to interviews with people who lived most of their lives in Alpharetta and old Milton County
Subject Files
More than 200 subject files cover a wide range of topics such as schools, churches, commerce, war, people and social activities. The following is a list of the major subject areas.
- Alpharetta
- Appalachia
- Atlanta
- Authors, Local
- Autrey Mill
- Birmingham Community
- Cemeteries
- Cherokee County
- Churches
- Civil War
- Cobb County
- Colleges
- Crabapple Community
- DeKalb County
- Elementary Schools
- Forsyth County
- Fulton County
- GENEALOGY
- Georgia
- Hall County
- Historic Homes
- Historical Societies
- Houses
- Landmarks
- Lebanon
- Maps
- Middle Schools
- Midway
- Milton County
- Milton Communities
- Milton High School
- Native Americans
- Newspaper Clippings
- North Fulton County
- Ocee
- Preservation
- Roswell
- Sacred Harp Singing
- Sandy Springs
- Schools, Private
- Schools, Public
- United States
Milton County Records
All Milton County records have been digitized. These include Deeds with full index, Wills, Marriages, Support, Homestead, as well as Superior Court, and Court of Ordinary Minutes. Milton County existed from 1857 to 1932; however County records from 1857 to 1867 were destroyed in a courthouse fire. Federal census records for Milton County from 1860 through 1930 are available, as are census records for Cherokee County from 1850 through 1920 and Forsyth County from 1850 through 1920.
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