Allen County, Administrative county in southern Kentucky, United States
Allen County covers 352 square miles of land with rolling hills and agricultural fields surrounding its central city of Scottsville.
The county, established in 1815, bears the name of Colonel John Allen, who died leading Kentucky Riflemen at the Battle of Frenchtown.
The Noah Hoover Mennonites established their community in Scottsville during 1978, maintaining traditional farming practices and customs in Allen County.
The Allen County Chamber of Commerce at 110 South Court Street connects over 1200 members and organizes regular business networking events.
Dollar General originated in Scottsville when J.L. Turner and Cal Turner Sr. opened their first department store in 1945.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: January 11, 1815
Capital city: Scottsville
Shares border with: Warren County, Barren County, Monroe County, Macon County, Sumner County, Simpson County
Website: http://allencountykentucky.com
GPS coordinates: 36.75000,-86.19000
Latest update: March 20, 2025 17:38
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