City of Lawrenceville

City of Lawrenceville

Lawrenceville, the county seat of Gwinnett County, was incorporated on December 15, 1821, making it the second-oldest city in the Atlanta area. The city is named after Captain James Lawrence, Commander of the Frigate Chesapeake during the War of 1812. Captain Lawrence, mortally wounded, gave his men the battle cry, "Don't give up the ship."

Incorporated: December 15, 1821
Population: 22,397
Total Area: 13.05 square miles

Website: www.lawrencevillega.org  
 
Address:
70 S. Clayton Street
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30045
 
Phone: (770) 963-2414
Fax:       (770) 963- 9239
Email: lawville@bellsouth.net
 

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