Nicholasville, County seat in Jessamine County, Kentucky, United States.
Nicholasville is a city in Jessamine County, Kentucky, that spreads across rolling terrain and connects several communities through a network of streets. The layout includes residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and areas that serve as the county's administrative center.
The city was founded in 1837 and grew from a small settlement into an administrative center for Jessamine County. This transformation made it the county seat and an important hub for local government.
The place has deep roots in farming and people gather regularly at local events that shape daily life in the community. These gatherings show how neighbors stay connected throughout the year.
The Bluegrass Ride system offers free public transportation throughout the area, making it easy to move around without needing a car. Check local maps and available routes to plan your visit and get where you need to go.
First Vineyard operated here in the late 1700s and was among the first places in America to produce wine commercially. This early vineyard played a role in starting wine production as an American industry.
Location: Jessamine County
Elevation above the sea: 286 m
Website: https://nicholasville.org
GPS coordinates: 37.88278,-84.57667
Latest update: December 16, 2025 06:36
Confederate Memorial in Nicholasville
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Primate Rescue Center
6.8 km
Providence Church
9 km
Young House
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Ebenezer Presbyterian Church
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Brick House on Shun Pike
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Lexington and Main Historic District
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Waveland Museum
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8.1 kmMcClure-Shelby House
8.5 kmThoroughbred Golf Club
7.9 kmConnemara Golf Course
5.2 kmMeadowbrook Golf Course
11.9 km
Roberts Chapel United Methodist Church
7.3 kmChampions Trace
11.2 kmGolf Club of the Bluegrass
7.9 kmJohn Wesley Statue
7.7 kmComedy Off Broadway
13.3 kmLakeSide LIve Summer Music Festival
13.3 kmKatsina, the Sacred Dancer
13.6 kmDupree Nature Preserve Palisades Overlook
10.8 kmHickman Creek Overlook
10.8 kmScenic viewpoint
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