Pulaski County, Kentucky
Battle of Dutton's Hill Monument
Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas
Battle of Mill Springs Historic Areas (Boundary Increase)
Beatty-Newell House
Boland House
Buck-Mercer House
Burnside Historic District
Burnside Lodge
Burnside Methodist Church
Confederate Mass Grave Monument in Somerset
Crawford House
Crawford, A. Jackson, Building
Dabney Post Office
Evans House
Fox, William, House
Gover-Hardin House
Harvey's Hill Historic District
Hotel Beecher
James-Hansford House
James-Owens House
Mill Springs National Cemetery
Morrow House
North Main Street Historic District
Parker House
Payne House
Payne Mill
Perkins, Dr. John Milton, House
Robinson Mill
Scott, Dill, House
Smith House
Smith, Beecher, House
Somerset Armory
Somerset City School and Carnegie Library
Somerset Downtown Commercial District
South Courthouse Square Historic District
US Post Office-Bronston
Waddle-Prather House
West Columbia Street District
Withers House
Zollicoffer, Gen. Felix K., Monument
In the early 19th century, settlers began to move into the area, attracted by the rich natural resources and fertile land. The arrival of the railroad in the 1860s brought further growth and development to the county, as it facilitated transportation of goods and people. Agriculture played a major role in the county's economy, with tobacco, corn, and wheat being the primary crops.
During the American Civil War, Pulaski County was divided in its loyalties, with some residents supporting the Union and others the Confederacy. The county experienced several skirmishes and raids, including the Battle of Mill Springs in 1862, which was a Union victory and helped secure control over eastern Kentucky.
In the 20th century, Pulaski County experienced significant industrial growth and economic diversification. The construction of Lake Cumberland in the 1950s provided opportunities for recreation and tourism, as well as hydroelectric power generation. Today, the county is known for its natural beauty, outdoor recreational activities, and vibrant communities.
Brief timeline of the history of Pulaski County, Kentucky:
- Pulaski County, KY was formed on December 10, 1798.
- In 1800, the county's first courthouse was built in a small town called Mill Springs.
- The county saw significant growth in the mid-1800s with the arrival of the railroad in 1869.
- In 1927, the Wolf Creek Dam was completed, creating Lake Cumberland and becoming a major attraction for tourism in the area.
- During the 20th century, Pulaski County experienced several devastating floods, including the catastrophic flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricanes Harvey and Irma in 2017.
- Pulaski County remains an important agricultural and manufacturing center in Kentucky.
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Pulaski County, Kentucky.