As the “birthplace of industry” in Alabama, Prattville’s rich history spans the life and accomplishments of its founder Daniel Pratt, the great industrialist. Prattville features the Daniel Pratt Historic District, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, where some of the sites date back to the Civil War era. Today, Prattville is the seat of government in Autauga County, founded in 1818, thus making it “a county older than the state.”
Also called the “Fountain City” (named for the abundance of artesian wells that once flowed through our town) Prattville boasts a wide variety of natural and recreational attractions, including golfing, canoeing, hiking, fishing and other means of entertainment. Prattville’s cultural and retail attractions, numerous antique and specialty stores, and excellent dining establishments are sure to please almost any taste.
Within the calm settings of the beautiful River Region, there is a place where memories are made. A place where freedom and adventure still capture the hearts of people. Discover a place in America’s south you may just want to call home. That place is right here, the Town of Elmore, Alabama!
We believe it is in the best interest of our community to prepare for the future. Our town is growing and we are seeing a lot of change coming. We are working to prepare for this in a planned approach.
We have been working hard to make the Town of Elmore an attractive place for people to live and we want to improve the quality of life for our residents. We are very proud of our accomplishments so far but we have a ways to go.
Several ongoing projects are preparing us for the future. Your help has been awesome and we thank you for the support we have received. Elmore truly is a WONDERFUL PLACE TO LIVE.
Voted America’s Best Historic City by USA Today readers, Montgomery is a city rich in history, yet clearly focused on the future. Once the capital of the Confederacy, Montgomery grew to become the epicenter of the Civil Rights Movement. Innovation thrives in our city: the First Electric Street Car, First in Flight thanks to the Wright Brothers, First Open Heart Surgery, Alabama’s First ISO 1 Rating for Fire Services and now the First Internet Exchange in the State of Alabama! Today, we are more than just the capital of Alabama-we are the epitome of economic prosperity. We enjoy being the showplace for southern hospitality, beautiful weather and high-tech jobs.
With a rich heritage dating back to the 1700’s, the Millbrook area, including Robinson Springs, Coosada, Deatsville, and Elmore, was known for its sprawling plantations and prominent leaders, including William Wyatt Bibb, John Archer Elmore, and Benjamin Fitzpatrick. Today, the area retains the best of its early features and natural resources, while aggressively pursuing economic development opportunities.
Numerous eras delineate Millbrook’s past. During the post-WWI and pre-WWII period, the communities of Millbrook, Coosada, and Robinson Springs, later referred to as the Tri-Community, began to evolve into populated growing communities, complete with schools, churches, and rail transportation.
Montgomery County was established by dividing Monroe County on December 6, 1816, by the Mississippi Territorial Legislature. It is named for Lemuel P. Montgomery, a young U.S. Army officer killed at the Battle of Horseshoe Bend, the final battle of the Creek Indian war, which was waged concurrently with the War of 1812.
The city of Montgomery, which is the county seat, is named for Richard Montgomery, an American Revolutionary War general killed in 1775 while attempting to capture Quebec City, Canada.
Elmore County was created by the Alabama legislature on Feb. 15, 1866; from parts of Autauga, Coosa, Montgomery, and Tallapoosa Counties. It was named for Gen. John Archer Elmore, a veteran of the American Revolution and early settler of Alabama. Elmore County has a total area of 657 miles. Of that total, 622 miles of it is land and 35 miles of it is water.
Elmore County lies in the east-central part of the state. It is drained by the Coosa and the Tallapoosa Rivers, which merge to form the Alabama River a few miles south of Wetumpka. The French established Fort Toulouse at the confluence of the Coosa and Tallapoosa in 1717, upon which site Gen. Andrew Jackson erected Fort Jackson in 1814, following the Battle of Horseshoe Bend.
Autauga County is a friendly community in the Appalachian foothills with gently rolling land, outcropping of mountains and valleys. The county was named for Autauga Creek, which runs through it. We have a splendid climate and an abundance of natural beauty. The lifestyle here is leisurely and outdoor recreation is plentiful. Newcomers are amazed by the variety of exquisite home sites and “buyer market” values.
