Alpharetta, Georgia is a city located in Fulton County, just north of Atlanta. It is the seventh-largest city in Georgia and is home to a population of over 65,000 people. Alpharetta is a vibrant and growing community with a strong economy and a high quality of life.
Alpharetta was founded in 1838 and was originally known as Milton. The city was renamed Alpharetta in 1857 after the wife of one of the town’s founders. Alpharetta played an important role in the American Civil War and was the site of several battles. After the war, Alpharetta became a center for agriculture and industry. In the 20th century, Alpharetta experienced rapid growth and development, and today it is a major economic and cultural center in the Atlanta metropolitan area.