Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the city of Canton was originally established as Etowah, a frontier settlement, in 1833. It was named Canton by founding fathers in 1834. Among its early industries were agriculture, marble finishing and cotton textiles. The Canton Cotton Mills, later known as Canton Textile Mills, was once one of the largest manufacturers in the south.
In the late 1800’s Canton was a popular summer resort for Georgians seeking relief from the warmer southern regions of the state. Today, the beauty and climate of Canton continues to draw new residents to the area. As Canton experiences historic growth—both residential and commercial—it still maintains the beauty and charm of a small town.
Since the 1800’s Canton has been the commercial, social and educational center of Cherokee County and continues to enjoy that status today as it manages historic growth in both residential and commerical areas.
Spend your weekends exploring historic sites, antique stores and charming local shops and eateries or take in a play at the historic Canton Theatre in downtown Canton. And, although it seems a world away, Atlanta is just a 40-minute drive south.
Enjoy the new pace of Canton and all it has to offer:
The addition of The Bluffs of Technology Park to the Canton landscape truly makes Great Sky a live/work/play community. Located minutes from Great Sky on Riverstone Parkway near I-575, the 700-acre office park features Class A office, professional office and business/service space in low- and mid-rise buildings in a picturesque location that overlooks a 370-acre lake and rolling woodlands.
When Great Sky is home, the office is really moments away at The Bluffs, which was named an Atlanta Business Chronicle Deal of the Year. The Bluffs is a private-public partnership between TPA Realty Servces, LLC — Atlanta’s leading developer of corporate campuses for technology services companies — and the Development Authority of Cherokee County and the City of Canton.
In addition to the direct access homeowners have to the Hickory Log Creek Reservoir, Great Sky residents are in the ideal location to explore the beauty and attractions of north Georgia - including Lake Arrowhead, the Etowah River, Red Top and Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Parks, Amicolola Falls, Dahlonega and the Chattahoochee National Forest. Closer still is Lake Allatoona - a great family fun destination for a day of swimming, boating, fishing, camping and relaxation.
Whether you’re looking for that extra special gift or doing your seasonal shopping, you will find what you’re looking for in Cherokee County. Explore the wonderful specialty boutiques, department stores, and antique stores in historic Canton or visit Towne Center Mall south of Great Sky off Interstate 575 at Barrett Parkway.
Cherokee County and the city of Canton are home to a variety of places of worship.
Great Sky kids attend the following Cherokee County Schools:
The Cherokee County School District web site has more information.