Welcome to The City OF Hampton
where history has a future! Established in 1872, our city is one of much tradition and history, but also incorporates change
Hampton enjoys the benefits of a small town atmosphere, is where history has a future and offers much to residents and visitors alike. Established in 1872, our city is one of tradition and history, while embracing change. The old cotton mill was converted into lofts; former stores on Cherry Street are now townhouses; the old jail is a booming brewery. Beautiful antebellum historic homes and old oak trees line the streets of Hampton.
Hampton prides itself on being designated as a “Tree City” and a “Bird Sanctuary” city. In 2012, Hampton also achieved the status of “Playful City” - one of 213 communities in the United States to be so designated. In 2013, Hampton was one of 217 cities designated as a “Playful City”—the only city in Henry County to achieve this designation. Playful City means we encourage youngsters to participate actively, not passively. Visit McBrayer City Park, complete with playground equipment, a splash pad, tennis court, soccer goals, basketball court, and much more. The R.W. and Mary Lou Coley Park, located on West Main Street N, hosts many ball games throughout the season, and Atlanta Motor Speedway is just 1.5 miles from downtown Hampton always has plenty of fun activities scheduled throughout the year.
Interesting Places In Hampton, GA
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Hampton Skate Park
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Hampton Skate Park
The Hampton Skate park provides the opportunity for Hampton’s youth to enjoy their sport in a safe outdoor environment. Skaters of all ages and skill levels are welcome to try out their tricks and master new ones.
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Skate Park
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Skate Park
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Skate Park
The Hampton Skate park provides the opportunity for Hampton’s youth to enjoy their sport in a safe outdoor environment. Skaters of all ages and skill levels are welcome to try out their tricks and master new ones.
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Skate Park
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Skate Park
The Hampton Skatepark provides the opportunity for Hampton’s youth to enjoy their sport in a safe outdoor environment. Skaters of all ages and skill levels are welcome to try out their tricks and master new ones.
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Skate Park
The Hampton Skate park provides the opportunity for Hampton’s youth to enjoy their sport in a safe outdoor environment. Skaters of all ages and skill levels are welcome to try out their tricks and master new ones.
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McBrayer Park
Playground area
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Train Depot
The Hampton Depot was completed in 1881. It is significant in architecture and believed to have been designed by Augustus Schwaab, a German immigrant noted for his work in Savannah, Georgia. Architecturally, the depot signifies the extravagance of this era in its all brick, 17" thick walls, construction in the American bond pattern, and ornate brick details, which differ significantly from other depots of the period.
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Train Depot
The Train Depot is over 100 years, it has been listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. It is often rented for weddings, birthday parties, and other events.
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City Hall
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McBrayer Park
In 2013, Hampton was one of 217 cities designated as a “Playful City”—the only city in Henry County to achieve this designation
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McBrayer Park
In 2013, Hampton was one of 217 cities designated as a “Playful City”—the only city in Henry County to achieve this designation.
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Atlanta Motor Speedway
Atlanta Motor Speedway (formerly Atlanta International Raceway) is a 1.54-mile race track in Hampton, Georgia, United States, 20 miles (32 km) south of Atlanta. It has annually hosted NASCAR Cup Series stock car races since its inauguration in 1960.
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Atlanta Motor Speedway
Entrance
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McBrayer Park
Bare Reflections
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Bear Creek Senior Center
The Bear Creek Senior Activity Center is a community center for senior adults 55 and above who reside in Henry County. The senior center offers a variety of activities and classes, health and wellness opportunities, educational programs and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to socialize and fellowship with a wonderful group of people.
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Bear Creek Senior Center
The Bear Creek Senior Activity Center is a community center for senior adults 55 and above who reside in Henry County. The senior center offers a variety of activities and classes, health and wellness opportunities, educational programs and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to socialize and fellowship with a wonderful group of people.
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Hampton prides itself on being designated as a “Tree City” and a “Bird Sanctuary” city. In 2012, Hampton also achieved the status of “Playful City” - one of 213 communities in the United States to be so designated.
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City Hall
City of Hampton Hall
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City Hall
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Downtown
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East Hampton Community Park
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East Hampton Community
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Downtown
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East Hampton Community Park
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Fortson Public Library
Fortson Public Library aims to provide access to the materials the residents of Henry County need to meet the challenges of their daily lives, and to provide assistance in identifying and using these materials.
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Fortson Public Library
Fortson Public Library aims to provide access to the materials the residents of Henry County need to meet the challenges of their daily lives, and to provide assistance in identifying and using these materials.
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Downtown
The recently renovated downtown features sidewalks with custom engraved bricks and renovated facades and buildings. Hampton is home to over 8,000 people. It has been rated as the fourth safest place to live in the state of Georgia.
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Hampton Elementary School
Hampton Elementary prides itself on using high-quality instructional practices that prioritize students’ needs.
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Hampton Elementary School
Hampton Elementary prides itself on using high-quality instructional practices that prioritize students’ needs.
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Hampton High School
Hampton High school offers a variety of opportunities for students to become well-rounded and balanced members of the community. These include things like advanced enrollment course offerings, career, technical and agriculture education.
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Hampton High School
Hampton High school offers a variety of opportunities for students to become well-rounded and balanced members of the community. These include things like advanced enrollment course offerings, career, technical and agriculture education.
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Hampton Middle School
It is a well-known fact that the strength of Hampton Middle School lies squarely on the shoulders of our culture and climate. We pride ourselves by providing 5-star service to our stakeholders on a daily basis. At HMS, we believe the pulse of any school can easily be measured by the families we serve and the staff who serve those families.
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Hampton Police Department
It is the mission of the Hampton Police Department to serve the community, safeguard lives and property, while enforcing all federal, state and local laws in a professional, ethical and equal manner.
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Train Depot
The rooms off the park side of the depot, now house the Main Street Coordinator and IT Manager
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HHS
Hampton High school offers a variety of opportunities for students to become well-rounded and balanced members of the community. These include things like advanced enrollment course offerings,career, technical and agriculture education courses (CTAE), and fine arts courses where students can participate.
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Atlanta Motor Speedway
Atlanta Motor Speedway (formerly Atlanta International Raceway) is a 1.54-mile race track in Hampton, Georgia , United States, 20 miles (32 km) south of Atlanta . It has annually hosted NASCAR Cup Series stock car races since its inauguration in 1960.
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R.W. & Mary Lou Park
R. W. & Mary Lou Park is 40 Acres in size, 7 Lighted Baseball-Softball Fields, Batting Cages, 2 Concession Stands, 1 Picnic Pavilion and 2 Playgrounds. It is located on 79 West Main Street, Hampton, Georgia 30228.
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R.W & Mary Lou Coley Park
R. W. & Mary Lou Park is 40 Acres in size, 7 Lighted Baseball-Softball Fields, Batting Cages, 2 Concession Stands, 1 Picnic Pavilion and 2 Playgrounds. It is located on 79 West Main Street, Hampton, Georgia 30228.
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R.W. & Mary Lou Park
Lighted Baseball-Softball Field.
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McBrayer Park
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McBrayer Park
McBrayer Park Aerial imagery
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R.W & Mary Lou Coley Park
Lighted Baseball/Softball fields
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McBrayer Park
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Public Works Department
The Public works department aims to enhance the quality of life by providing safe environment for the wellbeing of all citizens in Hampton.
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Public Works Department
The Public works department aims to enhance the quality of life by providing safe environment for the wellbeing of all citizens in Hampton.
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Public Works Department
The Public works department aims to enhance the quality of life by providing safe environment for the wellbeing of all citizens in Hampton.
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Middle School
It is a well-known fact that the strength of Hampton Middle School lies squarely on the shoulders of our culture and climate. We pride ourselves by providing 5-star service to our stakeholders on a daily basis. At HMS, we believe the pulse of any school can easily be measured by the families we serve and the staff who serve those families.
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Rosewald City Park
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Splash Park
The Splash Pad season usual begins on Memorial Day and ends on Labor Day.
Open 7 days a week!!
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. General Admission - all ages
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Passenger Rail Service
The Hampton Depot was unusual in that it included a warehouse for cotton in the same building with the passenger area, while most other cities had a separate market for the cotton. In 1940 passenger service for Hampton was four trains per day, although only three stopped, if flagged down. By 1950, it was two per day, one stop and one by flag, and in 1955 it was one by flag, per day, and in 1957 passenger rail service ended in the City of Hampton.
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