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Located in Gwinnett County, Duluth was incorporated February 28,
1876. The community was originally named Howell's Crossroad, by a
grandson of Evan Howell, who came from North Carolina to settle here
in 1821.
The Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth is a showcase for items
historically significant to the nation's railroads.
Duluth is home of Joan Glancy Hospital, the first hospital in
Gwinnett.
Duluth hosts the Duluth Fall Festival in September as a benefit for
Downtown Duluth.
This arts and crafts festival includes a parade, a road race, games
and continuous entertainment at the Pavilion in the city's park. In
addition to the Fall Festival, Duluth has concerts, movies, and a
Winter Wonderland during the year in the Town Green.
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