Athens-Clarke County is a consolidated city-county located in the northeastern part of the state of Georgia in the United States. It was formed in 1991 through the merger of the city of Athens and Clarke County. Athens has a long history, with its roots dating back to the late 18th century, when it was founded as a town by the Georgia legislature.
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Athens became a major educational center, with the University of Georgia located in the city. The city's economy was also driven by manufacturing, with a number of textile mills and other businesses located in the area. In the latter half of the 20th century, Athens's economy diversified, and the city became a hub for healthcare, education, and finance. It is home to several major universities, including the University of Georgia and Piedmont College, and is known for its research and development activities. Athens is also home to a number of cultural institutions, including the Georgia Museum of Art and the Athens Symphony Orchestra.
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Athens became a major educational center, with the University of Georgia located in the city. The city's economy was also driven by manufacturing, with a number of textile mills and other businesses located in the area. In the latter half of the 20th century, Athens's economy diversified, and the city became a hub for healthcare, education, and finance. It is home to several major universities, including the University of Georgia and Piedmont College, and is known for its research and development activities. Athens is also home to a number of cultural institutions, including the Georgia Museum of Art and the Athens Symphony Orchestra.