Garrard County, Administrative county in central Kentucky, United States.
Description
Garrard County is an administrative division in central Kentucky characterized by gently rolling hills and productive farmland. Lancaster serves as the county seat and functions as the hub for local governance and community life.
History
The county was established in 1796 and named for James Garrard, Kentucky's second governor who served from 1796 to 1804. Camp Dick Robinson, located here, served as the first Federal military installation south of the Ohio River during the Civil War era.
Culture
The area carries the name of James Garrard, an early governor of Kentucky, whose legacy remains woven into local identity and storytelling. Residents and visitors can explore historical sites that reflect this connection to the state's founding era.
Practical
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable conditions for exploring the area and visiting outdoor locations. Lancaster, positioned centrally, provides convenient access to local services and serves as an easy reference point for orientation.
Did you know?
This area maintained a prohibition on alcohol sales for more than two centuries until residents voted in November 2023 to end this long-standing restriction. This shift reflects changing attitudes within the community about personal choices and local policy.
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High Bridge of Kentucky
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Kentucky River Palisades
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Pioneer Playhouse
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Constitution Square State Historic Site
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Ephraim McDowell House
20.6 km
Danville National Cemetery
20.5 km
Old Garrard County Jail
4.3 km
Waveland
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Governor William Owsley House
5.1 km
Carry A. Nation House
18.1 km
Logan Trace
16.6 km
Kirksville Christian Church
11.8 km
Jennings-Salter House
4.4 km
East Main Street Historic District
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James W. Alcorn House
16.6 km
Bryantsville United Methodist Church
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Methodist Episcopal Church
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Denny Place
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Wherritt House
4.1 km
Samuel and Mary Logan Briggs House
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Billy Ball House
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Lincoln County Courthouse
16.4 km
Lancaster Commercial Historic District
4.3 km
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