Commerce History

Commerce is located in northeastern Georgia about 65
miles northeast of Atlanta along I-85 and is the second
largest city in Jackson County.

The area was first founded as a community of settlers in
1818 and was later incorporated as the city of Harmony
Grove in 1884.

Because of the establishment of Harmony Grove Textile
Mills in 1893, the area in a short time became a textile
center and one of much trade. Therefore, the town name
was changed to the city of Commerce in 1904 as a result
of much commercial activity in the area.

Today Commerce is recognized statewide for its new
businesses such as the SK Battery Company as well as
numerous older establishments and for its excellent
education system.

With Commerce located just 20 minutes north of Athens
along with UGA on US 441, the area is noted for its many
shopping opportunities such as the Tanger Outlets as well
as countless others. Numerous dining establishments in
the area are available as well.

Commerce is a very welcoming community whether a
person has just moved to the area or has lived in the city
for most of their life.