DeKalb County
County History and Information:
Dekalb County was established in 1837 and named after Johann Dekalb, a German general who died during the American Revolution. During the Civil War, the Battle of Snow Hill occurred on April 3, 1863 in the town of Liberty. Dekalb County is known for the Fiddlers’ Jamoboree and Craft Festival, a two-day festival of Appalachian crafts, music and dance. 80,000 people attend the festival every year. Dekalb County is also recognized as the Nursery Plant Capital of the World.
County Contacts:
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DeKalb County Mayor Mike Foster DeKalb County Courthouse, Room 204 Smithville, TN 37166 (615) 597-5175 |
DeKalb County Sheriff Patrick Ray 100 Public Square Smithville, TN 37166 (615) 597-4935 |
| DeKalb County Director of Schools Mark Wiloughby 110 South Public Square Smithville, TN 37166 (615) 597-4084 |
DeKalb County Election Registrar Lisa Peterson DeKalb County Courthouse, Room 104 Smithville, TN 37166 (615) 597-4146 |
