Owsley County, County seat in eastern Kentucky, United States
The city of Booneville sits at the convergence of Kentucky Route 11 and Route 30, near the South Fork of the Kentucky River.
Elias Moore donated the land that would become Booneville in 1843, leading to its incorporation as a city and county seat in 1847.
The Moyers Building, listed in the National Register of Historic Places since 1982, represents the architectural heritage of Owsley County.
The Owsley County Public Library in Booneville provides reading materials and educational resources to residents throughout the administrative district.
Charles E. Long held the position of Booneville mayor from 1959 to 2019, marking six decades of continuous leadership in local government.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: January 23, 1843
Capital city: Booneville
Shares border with: Clay County, Perry County, Breathitt County, Lee County, Jackson County
Website: http://owsleycountykentucky.org
GPS coordinates: 37.41000,-83.69000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53
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