Cumming

One of the more rapidly growing “suburbs” of Atlanta, Cumming is located about 39 miles northeast of the city. It is the only incorporated city and the county seat of Forsyth County. The birthplace of Zac Brown of Zac Brown Band, Cumming’s motto is "Gateway to Leisure Living.”

Quick History

The land where Cumming now stands was originally inhabited by Cherokee tribes. In 1833–34, following the Cherokee removal, two 40-acre lots were purchased to establish a county seat. Cumming was incorporated in December 1834, named after Colonel William Cumming, a War of 1812 figure.

In 1912, Cumming was the site of a racially motivated expulsion of Black residents following a lynching—leaving the county nearly all-white for decades.

Since the late 20th century, Cumming has expanded rapidly, helped by GA‑400, the development of Lake Lanier, and improving quality of life.