Limestone County was created by an act of the Alabama Territorial General Assembly Feb. 6, 1818. It was formed from land comprising Elk County , then a part of the Mississippi Territory . The county was named for Limestone Creek, which flows through it and whose bed is made of hard limestone.

Limestone County population demographics with 2008 census figures and 2013 projections.

Whether you are interested in a quiet morning walk, beautiful antebellum homes, birds, festivals, rodeos, tractor shows and pulls, hunting and fishing, horseback riding, shopping, or eating Southern style cooking, you will find it all in Limestone County.

The Archives is the official repository for records produced by various county departments. These departments include the Probate Court, Circuit Court, Revenue Commission, County Commission, Board of Education and Board of Registrars. It also contains personal family histories, family photographs, periodicals, and microfilmed newspapers.

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