Danville

Danville is the county seat of Boyle County in central Kentucky, extending across rolling hills with traditional brick buildings and tree-lined streets. The city sits at an elevation of about 300 meters (1,000 feet) and is organized around a historic downtown core with contemporary amenities.

The city was established in 1785 and hosted ten constitutional conventions that led to Kentucky becoming the 15th state in 1792. This early role made it a significant center in the formation of the young nation.

The Pioneer Playhouse offers open-air theater performances throughout the summer, shaping the cultural life of the city. Centre College enriches the region with educational programs and contributes to the intellectual character of the community.

The city center offers multiple parking areas near Constitution Square with direct access to shops and public buildings. The relatively flat terrain in central areas makes exploring on foot pleasant and straightforward.

The Great American Dollhouse Museum houses over 200 miniature structures representing different periods of American social history. These detailed miniature worlds showcase domestic life and architecture spanning several centuries.

Location: Boyle County

Inception: 1785

Elevation above the sea: 300 m

Website: http://danvilleky.org

GPS coordinates: 37.64583,-84.77250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:41