Fayette County was created on 1824 Dec. 20, from portions of Tuscaloosa and Marion counties. It is located in the northwest-central section of the state. It currently encompasses 630 square miles. The county was named for Gen. Lafayette who was touring Alabama at the time of the county's formation. The county seat is located in the town of Fayette.

Here is a picture of the courthouse in the city of Fayette.  It was a beautiful day!

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