Suwanee, GA, is located in Gwinnett County, just 30 miles north of downtown Atlanta. A small community of approximately 10,000 residents, Suwanee values it green space and history, and at the same time enjoys the booming economic growth occurring in the last 15 years.
Suwanee was named for Shawnee Indian tribe that settled along the banks of the Chattahoochee River in late 1700's. The name is said to be a misspelling of Shawnee which is an Algonquin word for "Southerner."
The town began as a transfer station for the Southern Railroad line, and was officially established in 1837. The population of Suwanee expanded through the 1990's and continues booming growth as the crossroad of major transportation corridors.
Still, Suwanee graciously preserves its small-town way of life and sense of community while welcoming commercial growth. Suwanee was named a "City of Excellence" by Georgia Trend magazine in 2003. Its blend of old-fashioned charm and modern convenience attract residents, businesses, and visitors, who also find many cultural and recreational opportunities here.
The Chattahoochee River runs along Suwanee's western border; Lake Lanier is just 15 miles north; and the North Georgia Mountains are only an hour north. Enjoy its preserved green space, 200 acres of parks, greenways and trials, and recreation areas. Suwanee has also been designated as a "Tree City USA" for many years!
Suwanee holds close its many historic sites, and Victorian homes, which are found mostly in the Old Town area. The Old Town area remains much as it was nearly 100 years ago. Some buildings in the area were reconstructed after an 1881 fire and others were built in the early 1900's. The City's Old Town Master Plan outlines the City's vision for revitalization of the historic area.
Suwanee combines the best of economic stability and friendly neighborhood atmosphere, making it a great place to live, go to school, work, and play.
