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Cobb County
Overview:
Welcome to Cobb County, Georgia! We invite you to experience our unique and thriving community.
Cobb County represents the best of Atlanta and Georgia. With nationally ranked educational systems,
state-of-the-art infrastructure and lifestyle opportunities like no where else, Cobb has a lot to offer.
Cobb's business community is at the center of our quality of life. The leadership provided by local, regional
and national firms has defined Cobb as one of the premier destinations in the entire country for business
relocation and growth. This is no accident. Visionary leadership in business and government and a genuine
commitment to excellence by community leaders have created the Cobb County you will see profiled here.
Our community provides educational systems that are second to none and a fantastic blend of entertainment
opportunities, state-of-the-art health systems and quality housing options in every price range and for
every lifestyle. Due to fiscal responsibility and efficient management in government, property taxes are
among the lowest in the metro-Atlanta area. Through the years, Cobb has earned its well deserved reputation
as a great place to live, work and play.
The Cobb Chamber is proud to represent Cobb County's diverse, dynamic business community. We work continuously
to maintain a healthy local economy by attracting new business to the area, helping established firms grow and
providing a pro-business environment.
On behalf of our Board of Directors, staff and almost 2,500 business members, we look forward to assisting you
in becoming a part of our community and a key element in our continued success.
To find out more about the Cobb Chamber of Commerce or our community, please stop by their office.
History:
Cobb County was created from Cherokee County, originally part of the Cherokee Indian Nation. It was the 81st
county in Georgia and named for Judge Thomas Willis Cobb of Virginia, who served as a U.S. Senator, state
congressman and Superior Court Judge.
Marietta was named for Judge Cobb's wife. The city's downtown was destroyed by Sherman's troops in 1864, but
it was reconstructed and now Marietta is home to four National Historic Districts listed on the National
Register of Historic Places.
There is a 23-acre National Cemetery in Marietta with more than 17,000 officers and soldiers from every U.S.
war buried in the cemetery. With 43 parks, recreation centers, and other related facilities, Cobb's park system
is one of the Southeast's largest. There are also 8,800 acres of federally owned park lands in Cobb County
including Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park and the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area.
Two other of the state's top attractions are found in Cobb: White Water Park and Six Flags Over Georgia.
County music star Travis Tritt was born in Marietta and Academy-award winning actress Julia Roberts was raised in
Smyrna. Some of the festivals in Cobb County include the Kennesaw Big Shanty Festival in April, the Historic
Marietta Arts and Craft Festival, and the North Georgia State Fair.
County Profile:
Location: Cobb County is located 10 minutes northwest of downtown Atlanta. Cobb is the perfect location for any event. Close to all the conveniences of a large city, yet offering the gracious hospitality of a much smaller town, you can depend on Cobb for all your needs.
Cobb County is backed by the Chattahoochee River National Recreation area, the Silver Comet Trail and Kennesaw Mountain, which offer a variety of outdoor adventures from hiking to biking to rafting and anything else that the great outdoors will allow.
Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art
With Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the world's best and busiest airports, just thirty minutes away and a sophisticated system of interstate highways running through Cobb, travel here is as easy as it sounds.
There are over 340 square miles of Cobb County that are filled with 825 acres of beautifully designed neighborhoods and regional parks as well as 8900 acres for federal park lands.
Climate: What more could you ask for! The climate in Cobb is what keeps the residents here and brings the visitors back time & again.
Cobb has the best of all worlds with four distinct seasons, where temperature extremes never linger long.
Dress in Light cottons and knits for the summer months, with a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings and air-conditioned settings. Early spring and late fall call for slightly heavier clothing. The height of winter brings along cold, windy air and more rain than usual. Warm suits and overcoats are in order. Ice and snow are rarely seen; if the make an appearance, it is usually in January or February.
Month High Low
January 51.2 32.6
February 55.3 34.5
March 63.2 41.7
April 73.2 50.4
May 79.8 58.7
June 85.6 65.9
July 87.9 69.2
August 87.6 68.7
September 82.3 63.6
October 72.9 51.4
November 62.6 41.4
December 54.1 34.8
Population: 657,583 and growing
Cities & Towns:
Marietta (County Seat)
o Acworth
o Austell
o Kennesaw
o Powder Springs
o Smyrna
Contact Information: www.cobbchamber.org/
240 Interstate North Parkway Marietta, Ga.
770-980-2000.
(This can include county website, main office address and phone number.)
Area Attractions: www.cobbchamber.org/county/visitor
Six Flags over Georgia - Six Flags over Georgia is bigger and better than ever! With eight roller coasters and other heart-pounding thrill rides, water adventures, Broadway-style musicals and Bugs Bunny and all his Looney Tunes friends, Six Flags is the place for family fun! Open March through October. Go to www.sixflags.com/georgia/ for more information.
Six Flags - White Water - The largest water park in the Southeast, provides fun for the whole family - from exciting water slide rides to the relaxing "Little Hooch" river. WhiteWater Park also features special attractions like "Dive-In Movies" and the "Pirate Invasion Dive Show." Open May through Labor Day weekend. For more information, go to www.whitewaterpark.com.
Six Flags - American Adventures - Is right next door to Atlanta's only "ocean" and is an amusement park designed just for kids. With fun rides, an arcade and the exciting indoor Foam Factory, American Adventures provides hours of activities for your family. Open May - Labor Day daily and some weekends and school holidays during the year. For information on hours of operation, call (770) 424-9283 or visit www.whitewaterpark.com/sp/index.html.
Sun Valley Beach - Kids will think they're in paradise! Sun Valley Beach offers a full range of water activities plus a go-kart track, tennis courts, beach volleyball, basketball, horseshoes and ball fields. Parents can relax on a sandy beach while their children frolic in the crystal clear water. Sun Valley has its own snack bar or you can bring your own picnic for family fun. Call (770) 943-5900 for rates and information.
East Cobb Children's Museum - "Philosophy"- to provide a hands-on, interactive environment where children can discover, explore and have fun while learning about the world around them. The Children's Museum offers an interactive, educational environment for parents and children. Visit www.cobbmuseum.com or call (770) 973-6327 for more information.
Gone With The Wind Movie Museum: See Vivien Leigh's Best Actress Oscar, Clark Gable's original contract and dozens of costumes from the world's largest private collection of Gone with the Wind memorabilia at Visit the Gone With The Wind Movie Museum: Scarlett on the Square in Marietta. For more information visit us at www.gwtwmarietta.com or call us at (770) 794-5145.
Dave & Buster's: Dave & Buster's is a game lover's paradise! Billiards, shuffleboard, skeeball, virtual reality and a multitude of video games await your pleasure, all supported by Dave & Buster's elegant and delicious Grand Bar and Dining Room or the fun loving Midway Bar. For more information, go to www.daveandbusters.com.
U.S. Play: From cosmic bowling to billiards to state-of-the-art simulations, U.S. Play has an activity everyone can enjoy. Kids will love the 10,000 square feet of video games or the glow in the dark bowling with laser show, while adults contentedly sit back in the Brew Pub, enjoying U.S. Play's own microbrewery and watching the big game on the big screen. 775 Cobb Place Boulevard, Kennesaw.
Cowboys: Come dancing at Cobb's liveliest night spot - Cowboys. You'll love listening to live music and concerts at Cowboys. Call (770) 426-5006 for information. 1750 N. Roberts Road, Kennesaw.
Marietta Square: Fabulous dining and theatre right in the heart of Cobb County! You don't have to go downtown for an elegant evening of first class theatre and delectable dining. Marietta Square has it all. Take a romantic evening stroll through Glover Park, see a play at Theatre in the Square or the Square Globe Theatre and dine in one of Cobb's finest restaurants like La Famiglia, Jimmy's, North Park Square and more. For more information, click www.mariettasquare.net.
Cobb County has devoted thousands of acres to parks and recreation. From national tournaments to family pick up games, there is a park that fits every need. Visit www.cobbcounty.org/residentservices/prca.htm#recreation for more information.
Georgia Ballet - Cobb County's own premiere ballet company, the Georgia Ballet, produces a full range of ballets from holiday favorites like "The Nutcracker" to the classic "Giselle" to more modern pieces. Visit the Georgia Ballet's web site at www.georgiaballet.org for a full schedule and prices.
Cobb Symphony - Since 1951, the Cobb Symphony has established a regional reputation for the presentation of classical, operatic and pops repertoire, as well as free children's concerts and a glorious annual holiday performance. Music Director Steven Byess and members of the Cobb Symphony Orchestra were selected by Walt Disney World Entertainment in January 2000 to be the "Millennium Orchestra" in the Super Bowl XXXIV Halftime Show in the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.
Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art - Dedicated to exhibiting American fine art from the 19th and 20th centuries, the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art both collects and sponsors traveling exhibits of the best American artists. Open Tuesday - Saturday 11 - 5, Sunday 1 - 5; closed Mondays and holidays. Visit www.mariettasquare.com/mcma/ for ticket and exhibit information.
Sturgis Library Art Gallery at Kennesaw State University Fine Arts Gallery at Kennesaw State University - Kennesaw State University continues to support visual arts through its two fine arts galleries. The galleries feature a wide variety of art including paintings, photography, pottery, sculpture and more from collections, as well as faculty and student works. Open Monday through Thursday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Wednesday and Thursday 7:00 - 9:00 PM; Sturgis Library Art Gallery is also open Saturdays 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Galleries may be closed during university holidays, so please call (770) 499-3223 for further information.
Marietta Museums - Marietta boasts several quality museums that bring the culture of Marietta 's early days to life. Visit the Marietta Welcome Center & Visitors Bureau at the old depot to get more information about Marietta. For more information visit: www.mariettasquare.com.
Cobb County proudly supports the arts through theater, music, visual arts and more. The county's two art centers feature concerts, art exhibits, craft classes, plays and more. Call the centers for specific information on current events.
Mable House Cultural Center
5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. (770) 819-3275
The Art Place-Mountain View
3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. (770) 509-2700
Kennesaw State University School of the Arts - 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw. (770) 423-6650 or visit www.KennesawStateUniversity.edu
From performances by local actors to Broadway-style productions, Cobb County offers a variety of plays and performances throughout the year. For ticket information, please contact the theaters directly.
Theatre in the Square-11 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta. (770) 422-8369 www.theatreinthesquare.com
Mabel House Amphitheatre - Floyd Road in South Cobb
(770) 819-6788 www.MabelHouseAmphitheatre.com
Utilities: ELECTRICITY
Cobb EMC: 770-429-2100, www.cobbemc.com.
Georgia Power Co.: 1-888-660-5890, www.southernco.com/gapower.
Marietta Board of Lights and Water: 770-794-5150, www.city.marietta.ga.us.
Acworth Power: 770-917-8903, acworth.georgia.gov.
CABLE
BellSouth Entertainment: 770-360-5000, www.bellsouth.net.
Charter Communications (Smyrna): 1-800-955-7766, www.charter.com.
Comcast: 404-266-2278, www.comcast.com.
TELEPHONE
BellSouth: 1-888-757-6500 (residential); 1-866-620-6000 (business); www.bellsouth.net.
Comcast: 404-266-2278, www.comcast.com.
MCI Worldcom: 1-888-624-5622, www.mci.com.
Other companies may offer phone service in your area. See your local phone directory.
WATER
Cobb Water: 770-423-1000, www.cobbwater.org. (Includes Acworth.) www.cobbwater.com.
Austell Water: 770-944-4300, www.austell.org.
Kennesaw Water: 770-423-1000, www.cobbwater.com.
Marietta Board of Lights and Water: 770-794-5230, www.city.marietta.ga.gov.
Powder Springs Utility Department: 770-943-8000, www.cityofpowdersprings.org.
Smyrna Water: 770-319-5339, www.ci.smyrna.ga.us.
NATURAL GAS
Commerce Energy: 1-800-348-6496, www.commerce energy.com.
GasKey: 1-877-427-1539, www.gaskey.com.
Georgia Natural Gas: 1-888-442-7489, www.georgia naturalgas.com.
Infinite Energy: 1-877-342-5434, www.infiniteenergy.com.
Scana Energy: 1-877-467-2262, www.scana.com.
MXenergy: 1-877-677-4355, www.mxenergy.com.
Gas South: 1-866-762-6427, www.gas-south.com.
TRASH AND RECYCLING
Acworth Utilities: 770-917-8903, acworth.georgia.gov.
Austell Sanitation: 770-944-4300, www.austell.org.
Kennesaw Sanitation: 770-424-8274, www.kennesaw.ga.gov.
Marietta Sanitation: 770-794-5595, www.city.marietta.ga.gov.
Powder Springs Utility Department: 770-943-8000, www.cityofpowder springs.org.
Smyrna Sanitation: 770-319-5385, www.ci.smyrna.ga.us.
Cobb County Solid Waste: 770-528-2500. Call for a list of private companies that provide this service in unincorporated Cobb or go to www.cobbcounty.org.
Many of the municipalities offer curbside pickup of recyclable items for city residents. Residents of unincorporated Cobb County need to contract with their garbage haulers for curbside recycling.
For more information on recycling, call one of these numbers:
Keep Cobb Beautiful: 770-528-1135
Keep Marietta Beautiful: 770-794-5606
Keep Smyrna Beautiful: 770-431-2863
City of Austell: 404-794-1145
Kennesaw Public Works: 770-421-8582
Powder Springs Public Works: 770 943-8010
Schools: www.cobb.k12.ga.us/
Quick Facts: www.cobbchamber.org/county/facts/index.htm
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