First established during May of 1878, Carrollton, Texas was actually named for the early settlers who arrived to the area from Carrollton, Illinois. The first settlers to the area arrived during the 1840’s, which first purchased land from what was known as The Peters Colony. Through generations and decades in the area, there was continuous growth, continuous development, and great landmarks established.
The community is quite friendly and offers one of the largest Korean based communities in the state – which shows just how diverse the people in Carrollton are. There is a great deal of recreational value in the city, and being so near to the big city amenities is a definite bonus as well.