Carlisle County, County in Kentucky, United States
The Mississippi River forms the western border of Carlisle County, which spans 199 square miles of predominantly agricultural land in western Kentucky.
Established on April 3, 1886, Carlisle County received its name from John Griffin Carlisle, who served as Speaker of the United States House of Representatives.
The county maintains its rural character through annual agricultural festivals and community events that connect residents with their farming heritage and traditions.
Bardwell serves as the county seat and primary administrative center, providing government services and community facilities for the 4,826 residents recorded in 2020.
Carlisle County stands as the fourth-least populous county in Kentucky and remains a dry county, prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: April 3, 1886
Capital city: Bardwell
Shares border with: Ballard County, McCracken County, Graves County, Hickman County, Mississippi County
Website: https://carlislecounty.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx
GPS coordinates: 36.85000,-88.98000
Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:24
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