Metcalfe County, Administrative county in Kentucky, United States
Description
Metcalfe County is an administrative county in Kentucky with Edmonton as its only incorporated city. The landscape consists of grassland, forests, and small rural settlements spread across the terrain.
History
The county was established in 1860 and named after Thomas Metcalfe, who served as Governor of Kentucky from 1828 to 1832. Its formation occurred during a period of significant regional transformation.
Culture
The Kentucky Headhunters, a country music and southern rock band, emerged from this county, adding to its musical contributions to American culture.
Practical
Visitors will find administrative services and local information centers in Edmonton for regional guidance. The area is sparsely populated and requires a car to explore different parts effectively.
Did you know?
The county maintained strong Unionist sentiments during the Civil War, positioning itself at the northwestern edge of the Unionist bloc in Kentucky's eastern Pennyroyal region.
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Downtown Greensburg Historic District
32.2 km
Confederate Monument in Glasgow
25.1 km
Battle of Tebb's Bend Monument
36.7 km
Ralphies Fun Center
25.8 km
Metcalfe County Jail
2 km
Federal House
32 km
Sulphur Well Historic District
12.3 km
Mt. Gilead Baptist Church
29.8 km
Adair County Courthouse
31.4 km
Dr. Nathan Gaither House
31.3 km
Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church
32.4 km
Marrowbone Historic District
21.3 km
Bell House
10.2 km
Daniel Trabue House
31.5 kmStockton-Ray House
2.2 km
James Baker House
26.8 km
Metcalfe County Kentucky Courthouse
2 km
Anderson House
31.4 km
Columbia Commercial Historic District
31.4 km
Green County Court Clerk's Office
32.2 km
John Field House
31.3 km
Coe House
31.8 km
Bybee House
24.9 km
Zion Meetinghouse and School
33.4 km
Cave City Commercial District
33.5 km
Mammoth Cave Wildlife Museum
33.1 kmKeltner House
31.9 km
Plaza Theatre
25 km
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