The Buck's Head Tavern

Buckhead Georgia

Buckhead, a neighborhood located in the northern part of Atlanta, Georgia, gets its name from a local pioneer named Henry Irby. In the early 19th century, Irby established a tavern and general store at the intersection of what are now Peachtree, Roswell, and West Paces Ferry roads, which was a popular stop for travelers heading north from Atlanta.

According to local legend, Irby shot a large buck deer in the area and mounted its head on the wall of his tavern. The tavern became known as "the buck's head," and over time the surrounding area came to be called Buckhead.

However, some historians dispute this story and suggest that the name Buckhead may have derived from the fact that deer and other wildlife were once abundant in the area, making it a popular hunting ground for early settlers.

The Buckhead Inn

The Buck's Head Tavern, was a popular stop for travelers heading north from Atlanta in the early 19th century. One notable figure who is said to have stopped at the Buck's Head Tavern is General William T. Sherman, who famously marched through Georgia during the Civil War.

According to local legend, Sherman and his troops camped in the Buckhead area in July 1864, and the general himself is said to have stayed at the Buck's Head Tavern.

Buckhead cityhood

Efforts to incorporate Buckhead as a separate city within the Atlanta metropolitan area have been ongoing for several years, and several individuals and organizations have been involved in the push for incorporation.

One of the most prominent advocates for Buckhead cityhood is the Buckhead Exploratory Committee, a group of community leaders and business executives who are leading the effort to create a new city. The committee was formed in 2020 and has been working to gather support for incorporation through community outreach, public meetings, and social media campaigns.

In addition to the Buckhead Exploratory Committee, several local politicians and elected officials have expressed support for Buckhead cityhood, including Georgia State Senator Brandon Beach and State Representative Todd Jones. Some members of the Atlanta City Council have also expressed openness to the idea of Buckhead becoming its own city, although others have voiced opposition.

Buckhead Cityhood Committee

In 2022, several news stories developed about Buckhead cityhood, and a website has marshalled resources and encourages yard signs, volunteers and helpers of all kinds at the Buckhead City Committee.

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