Barnesville, Alabama, is a ghost town located in Marion County with a history dating back to the mid-19th century. Below is detailed information about the town:
County: Marion County
Zip Code: Not available
Latitude / Longitude: 34.13972° N, 88.07778° W
Elevation: 525 feet (160 meters)
Time Zone: Central Time Zone (UTC-6; UTC-5 during Daylight Saving Time)
Established: Mid-19th century
Disestablished: Early 20th century
Comments: Barnesville was a small community that featured a blacksmith shop, a grocery store, two churches (one Missionary Baptist and one Freewill Baptist), and a cemetery. The Barnesville Post Office operated from 1855 to 1907.
Remains: Two churches still remain in the town, and a scattered populace still occupies Barnesville.
Current Status: Semi-abandoned; classified as a ghost town
Remarks: Despite its decline, Barnesville maintains a small community presence. The town is noted for its “Decoration Day,” held on the third Sunday of May, where residents and visitors gather to honor those buried in the local cemetery.
