Fort Deposit, Alabama

Lowndes County, Alabama

Fort Deposit

Home of Priester's Pecans, the Calico Fort Arts & Crafts Fair, and 200+ years of history.

About the Town

A Town Rooted in History & Southern Tradition

Fort Deposit was established in 1813 as a military supply depot during the Creek Indian War. Today it is best known as the home of Priester's Pecans — one of the South's most beloved pecan and candy companies — and the Calico Fort Arts & Crafts Fair, the oldest and largest arts and crafts fair in the Southeast, held each April.

Priester's PecansCalico Fort FairEst. 1813Civil War Heritage
Calico Fort Arts and Crafts Fair

Calico Fort Arts & Crafts Fair

The oldest, largest and most renowned arts and crafts fair in the Southeast — held each April.

Alabama Milestone

Fort Deposit Bicentennial — 200 Years of History

In 2013, Fort Deposit celebrated its bicentennial, marking 200 years since its founding as a military fort. The town's rich history spans the Creek Indian War, the Civil War, and the Civil Rights Movement, making it a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts.

City Hall

Fort Deposit City Hall

Reach out to the City of Fort Deposit for visitor information and municipal services.

Physical Address

200 Commerce Street, Fort Deposit, AL 36032

Mailing: P.O. Box 249, Fort Deposit, AL 36032

Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Fax

(334) 227-4413