Downtown

City of Warrenton

Warrenton was founded in 1797 as seat of Warren County (est. 1793). It was incorporated as a town in 1810 and as a city in 1908. The community was named for American Revolutionary War general Joseph Warren. The town is listed on the Register of Historic Districts with many historic structures, including the entire downtown district and homes along Main Street. The town square is filled with local businesses and restaurants. Warrenton is home to the Annual Sportsman's Festival and other special events held throughout the year.

Warrenton Main Street is accredited by National Main Street America as one of their Georgia Classic Main Streets. The Georgia Main Street Program has been an active contributor to the revitalization success of Georgia's historic commercial districts since 1980. All Classic Main Street Programs are designated by the state of Georgia and nationally accredited by the National Main Street Center annually. As part of the annual accreditation process all Classic Main Street communities are required to meet the 10 standards for accreditation. These standards place an emphasis on historic preservation education as well as economic development lending itself to an active and vibrant downtown.