Madisonville

Madisonville is a city in Hopkins County within Kentucky's Western Coal Fields region, cut through by Interstate 69. It sits roughly 50 miles south of Evansville, Indiana, functioning as a commercial center for the surrounding area.

The city was founded in 1807 and named after James Madison, who was Secretary of State at the time. It became Hopkins County's seat in 1808 and received formal incorporation in 1810.

The regional education system includes multiple elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and Madisonville Community College, serving the local population's academic needs.

City offices provide residents with access to utility payments, information about office hours, and public records. Visitors interested in local government can attend public meetings or review records from previous gatherings.

The courthouse building was heavily damaged during the Civil War when Confederate forces attacked it in 1864. This event reflects the deep divisions that marked the region during that period.

Location: Hopkins County

Inception: 1807

Elevation above the sea: 144 m

Website: http://madisonvillegov.com

GPS coordinates: 37.33250,-87.50194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:30