Barrow County Courthouse

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On July 7, 1914, Barrow County was formed from portions of Gwinnett, Jackson, and Walton counties. Located in Winder, the Barrow County Courthouse was built in 1920.

Photograph by C Smith

Barrow County Courthouse

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