Fairburn, Georgia is a city located in Fulton County, just 17 miles south of Atlanta. With a population of over 16,000 people, Fairburn is a closely linked suburb of the city. The community is named after Fairburn, England, and is known for its rich history and close proximity to Atlanta.

One interesting fact about Fairburn is that it was once the county seat of Campbell County, starting in 1871. The city was chosen as the county seat in a referendum that was spurred by the original seat of Campbellton refusing to allow the Atlanta & West Point Railroad line through due to the anticipated noise. Instead, the railroad passed through Fairburn, which led to Campbellton fading away as Fairburn grew.

One of the more notable events in Fairburn's history occurred in late 2015 and early 2016, when some scenes for the popular Netflix series Stranger Things were filmed at the exterior of the First Baptist Church (standing in for a hospital exterior in a fictional Indiana town).

Overall, Fairburn is a city with a rich history and plenty of opportunities for recreation and entertainment. Its close proximity to Atlanta means that residents can enjoy all that the city has to offer, while still living in a more suburban setting.