Mount Zion, established in 1827, was originally named Turkey Creek Mill.  In 1878, the name was changed to Mount Zion as one of the oldest Methodist Episcopal Churches in the state, Mount Zion Methodist Episcopal Church, became a focal point of the community.  By the 1880’s, the M. E. Church Seminary was one of the most successful seminary schools of its kind.

Today, Mount Zion is an attractive residential community of 1,500 and continues to experience steady growth as newcomers are finding the quiet, rural setting only five miles south of Interstate 20 and so close to the amenities of nearby Carrollton.  Mount Zion also prides itself in being able to provide excellent services to its residents including new road enhancements and street lighting that add safety and accessibility. 

Serving the youth of the community is a priority of an active recreation department offering basketball, football, softball, baseball and cheerleading programs.  New ballfields are in development as the city continues to expand recreational opportunities.  In addition, the City will soon open a new Community Center providing programs and lunchtime meals for active senior citizens, as well as an activity center for children and youth.  The Center will include a large meeting space available for group gatherings and the city library will be relocated to the Center providing reading materials and internet-accessible computers.