Robertson County

Robertson County sits in the gentle rolling landscapes of eastern Kentucky, composed of farmland, small villages, and country roads spread across several townships. Administrative services and the public library are centered in Mount Olivet, the county seat.

The county was officially established on February 11, 1867, created from sections of neighboring Bracken and Mason counties during Kentucky's post-Civil War reorganization. This period of boundary changes reflected broader efforts to reshape the state's administrative structure.

Mount Olivet, the county seat, carries a biblical name reflecting the religious convictions of its early settlers who shaped the region. The name choice shows how faith guided the founding of this rural community.

Mount Olivet is accessible by car via rural highways and offers parking near the administrative offices and public library. Visitors should note that services may have varying hours, so calling ahead is recommended for current operating times.

Mount Olivet was founded with an unusual geometric boundary: the original town area formed a perfect circle centered at the intersection of Main and Walnut streets. This rare approach to town planning from the 1800s remains visible in how the streets radiate from that central point.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: February 11, 1867

Capital city: Mount Olivet

Shares border with: Bracken County, Mason County, Fleming County, Nicholas County, Harrison County

Website: http://robertsoncounty.ky.gov

GPS coordinates: 38.51000,-84.05000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:41