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Book Smarts:
The City
of Roopville, was incorporated in 1885, growing from the original settlement started by Martin Roop, his wife,
Elizabeth, and their 10 children.
Roop migrated to
Georgia from South Carolina and settled in the area in 1855. The Roop family became prosperous farmers and businessmen
and contributed to the development of the entire area.
Located on
a high ridge in southern Carroll County nine miles southwest of Carrollton, Roopville is a small, close-knit
community with a population of about 250.
The Roopville
Historical Society founded a museum located off U.S. 27 just past the post office to help preserve the city's rich
history. The historical society also sponsors the annual Roopville Homecoming Festival in September. This will be
its 70th year and it will include many arts and crafts from local artist.
The municipal address for
Roopville, Georgia is:
- City of Roopville,
P.O. Box 165,
Roopville, Georgia 30170
(770) 854-7977
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