Williamstown

Williamstown is a town in Grant County in northern Kentucky where farms and neighborhoods spread across rolling terrain. The area blends open farmland with residential zones that define its landscape.

The settlement began in the early 1800s when William Arnold started a tobacco farm, and the town was officially founded in 1820. These farming origins shaped the area's character for generations to come.

The public library here holds a genealogy collection with photographs and records that track family histories of residents across generations.

The town has a local hospital providing emergency and outpatient care for visitors and residents. To explore the area, visitors can use local roads that wind through farmland and neighborhoods.

A weekly local newspaper called the Grant County News has been printed since 1906 and documents community events. The publication keeps neighbors connected through regular reporting on local happenings.

Location: Grant County

Elevation above the sea: 296 m

Website: https://wtownky.org

GPS coordinates: 38.64110,-84.56080

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:03