Caldwell County

Caldwell County is an administrative division in Western Kentucky located within the Pennyrile region. Princeton serves as the county seat and main hub for local services and governance.

The county was created in 1809 from Livingston County and named after John Caldwell, Kentucky's second lieutenant governor. Caldwell was a veteran of the 1786 Indian Campaign and played a significant role in the region's early development.

The county holds marks of the Cherokee Trail of Tears, where Native Americans stopped during their winter journey in 1838. Visitors walking through the land can sense the weight of this historical passage.

The county is accessible via main transportation routes that link Princeton with surrounding areas. Visitors can find basic services and local amenities throughout the region for general needs.

Hidden within the county is the University of Kentucky Research and Education Center, operating since 1925 with specialized research programs. This facility focuses on horticultural studies and biological sciences, contributing to local knowledge and innovation.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: January 31, 1809

Capital city: Princeton

Shares border with: Webster County, Hopkins County, Christian County, Trigg County, Lyon County, Crittenden County

Website: http://caldwellcounty.ky.gov

GPS coordinates: 37.15000,-87.87000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:48