Lamar
County was the 155th
county created in
Georgia. It was
created August 7,
1920 and was formed
from parts of
Berrien, Clinch and
Lowndes counties.
It is named in honor
of the Georgia poet,
Sidney Lanier.
Created:
August 7, 1920
Population:
7,241
Total
Area:
187 square miles
Cities & Towns:
Lakeland (County Seat)
Stockton
Attractions:
Alapaha River Fishing
Banks Lake Wildlife
Refuge
Moody Air Force Base
Annual Events:
Spring - Living Murals
Celebration
Labor Day Weekend -
Flatlanders Frolic Arts and Crafts Show
