Area Facts
Location
Maury County is bordered on the north by Williamson County, on the west by Hickman and Lewis, on the south by Lawrence and Giles, and on the east by Marshall County. The county seat, Columbia, may be reached by taking Exit 37 (coming from the south) off I-65, and coming from the north, by taking Exit 46 off I-65. It can also be accessed from US-31, US-43 and Hwy 412.
History
Maury County was formed in 1807 from Williamson County and Indian lands. The Cherokee Indian title was bought at Washington, D.C., on January 7, 1806, for $10,000 and $100 per year annuity paid to "Old Black Fox," who surrendered all claims to lands stretching from Duck River to Alabama. (What is now Maury had been part of that Middle Basin land that the Cherokees, Chickasaws, and sometimes Shawnees and Northern tribes, claimed as their own preserve, defended against trespass by all others). On November 24, 1807, an Act passed at Knoxville created Maury County from Williamson. Maury originally comprised all of Giles, most of Lewis and Marshall, and portions of Bedford, Hickman and Lawrence Counties. Maury County was named in honor of Maj. Abram P. Maury of Williamson County, who was a member of the Tennessee legislature and an officer under General Andrew Jackson in the War of 1812. Maj. Maury was the uncle of Commodore Matthew Fontaine Maury.
Antebellum Homes Capital of Tennessee
Maury County is rich in history and most fortunate to be the Antebellum Homes Capital of Tennessee. We love to show off our beautiful homes during our two annual pilgrimages. These pilgrimages are all self-guided with hostesses at each site. Maps are provided with detailed directions. We welcome individuals and tour groups.
Historic Downtown
This commercial historic district, in the heart of Columbia, boasts a magnificently restored courthouse and a town square revitalized in recent years with many unique shops, antique stores and restaurants.
Location
Maury County is bordered on the north by Williamson County, on the west by Hickman and Lewis, on the south by Lawrence and Giles, and on the east by Marshall County. The county seat, Columbia, may be reached by taking Exit 37 (coming from the south) off I-65, and coming from the north, by taking Exit 46 off I-65. It can also be accessed from US-31, US-43 and Hwy 412.
History
Maury County was formed in 1807 from Williamson County and Indian lands. The Cherokee Indian title was bought at Washington, D.C., on January 7, 1806, for $10,000 and $100 per year annuity paid to "Old Black Fox," who surrendered all claims to lands stretching from Duck River to Alabama. (What is now Maury had been part of that Middle Basin land that the Cherokees, Chickasaws, and sometimes Shawnees and Northern tribes, claimed as their own preserve, defended against trespass by all others). On November 24, 1807, an Act passed at Knoxville created Maury County from Williamson. Maury originally comprised all of Giles, most of Lewis and Marshall, and portions of Bedford, Hickman and Lawrence Counties. Maury County was named in honor of Maj. Abram P. Maury of Williamson County, who was a member of the Tennessee legislature and an officer under General Andrew Jackson in the War of 1812. Maj. Maury was the uncle of Commodore Matthew Fontaine Maury.
Antebellum Homes Capital of Tennessee
Maury County is rich in history and most fortunate to be the Antebellum Homes Capital of Tennessee. We love to show off our beautiful homes during our two annual pilgrimages. These pilgrimages are all self-guided with hostesses at each site. Maps are provided with detailed directions. We welcome individuals and tour groups.
Historic Downtown
This commercial historic district, in the heart of Columbia, boasts a magnificently restored courthouse and a town square revitalized in recent years with many unique shops, antique stores and restaurants.
