Hopkinsville, County seat in southwestern Kentucky, United States.
The city extends across 31.96 square miles of land with an elevation of 161 meters in Christian County, supporting numerous agricultural enterprises.
Founded in 1796 by Bartholomew Wood from a 1,200-acre land grant, the settlement changed names from Christian Court House to Elizabeth before becoming Hopkinsville in 1804.
The Trail of Tears Commemorative Park preserves the memory of Cherokee Indians who made camp during their 1838 relocation to Oklahoma.
Hopkinsville Community College, part of Kentucky's technical education system, provides academic programs and workforce development training for local residents.
The region produces dark-fired tobacco through a specific method that involves wood smoke during the curing process, contributing to local agricultural traditions.
Location: Christian County
Inception: 1796
Elevation above the sea: 161 m
Website: http://hoptown.org
GPS coordinates: 36.85444,-87.48861
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:34
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