Jackson, County seat in Breathitt County, Kentucky, United States
Jackson extends over 2.67 square miles at an elevation of 236 meters, with the Kentucky River flowing through the eastern section of the municipality.
The settlement transformed from Breathitt to Jackson in 1843, receiving its name in recognition of President Andrew Jackson following the official city incorporation.
The Breathitt County Honey Festival and Heritage Festival combine regional traditions with celebrations of local music, arts, and culinary specialties at Douthitt Park.
Jackson maintains two educational systems, the independent city schools and county district institutions, along with a branch of Hazard Community Technical College.
The Kentucky River redirection project in 1963 resulted in the formation of Panbowl Lake, which now functions as a recreational fishing destination.
Location: Breathitt County
Inception: 1839
Elevation above the sea: 236 m
Website: http://kyhometown.com/jackson
GPS coordinates: 37.55310,-83.38830
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53
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