National Register Listings in
Green County, Kentucky

Allen's, James, Inn Allen, John C., House Anderson House Barrett-Blakeman House Bennett's Mill Covered Bridge Brents-Lisle House Chewning House Christie, Christopher Columbus, House Court Clerk's Office-County & Circuit Cowherd, Francis, House Creal Store Creel, Elijah, House Downtown Greensburg Historic District Ebenezer School Edwards House Edwards, David, House Elmore-Carter House Emory-Blakeman-Penick House Federal House Front Street District General U.S. Grant Bridge Goose Creek Foot Bridge Greensburg Academy Greensburg Bank Building Greensburg Cumberland Presbyterian Church Greenup Masonic Lodge Groves-Cabell House Herndon, William H., House Hilliard, David, House Hobson, William, House Keltner House Kouns-Hoffman House KY 2541 Bridge L & N Passenger Depot Lewis, Woodson, House Livesay House McConnell House, Law Office, and Slave Quarters McKee House Mears House Methodist Episcopal Church South Montgomery House Montgomery's Mill Montgomery-Sandidge House Mt. Gilead Baptist Church Mud Brick House in Greensburg Old Courthouse Oldtown Covered Bridge Philpot House Russell Railroad YMCA Sandidge House Simpson Log House South Greenup District Stuart, Jesse, House Wallace, Napoleon, House Warnock House Webbs Female Academy West Main Street District White-Penick House Whitlock Log Cabin Williams, Daniel Motley, House Wilson, R. H., House Woodward House Worthington House Wurtland Union Church
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Kentuckians are tough, resilient, and fiercely independent. They are also compassionate, generous, and willing to give of themselves for the greater good.
Rand Paul in Speech by Senator Rand Paul at the Republican National Convention
Green County, Kentucky, is a county steeped in history, with a rich and diverse past. The county was established on December 20, 1792, just a year after Kentucky became a state. It was named in honor of General Nathanael Greene, a hero of the Revolutionary War. Green County's early settlers were mostly of Scotch-Irish and German descent, seeking fertile land and new opportunities in the wilderness.

During the early years, agriculture played a vital role in Green County's economy. The fertile soil and favorable climate made it an ideal place for growing tobacco and corn, which became major cash crops. The county's agricultural success attracted more settlers, leading to the growth of towns and communities.

The 19th century saw the rise of educational institutions and the establishment of newspapers in Green County. Schools were founded to provide education to the growing population, and newspapers played a crucial role in spreading information and connecting the community. In 1870, the Greensburg Female College was established, providing higher education opportunities to young women in the county.

Green County also played a significant role in the Civil War. Many young men from the county enlisted in both the Union and Confederate armies, and several battles were fought in or near Green County. The war had a profound impact on the county, leaving scars that would take years to heal.

In the 20th century, Green County continued to evolve and modernize. Agriculture remained an important industry, but manufacturing and service sectors began to grow, contributing to the county's economic development. Today, Green County is known for its picturesque countryside, historical landmarks, and welcoming community. It continues to honor its heritage while embracing the opportunities of the present.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Green County, Kentucky.

  • 1803 - Green County is formed from portions of Lincoln and Nelson counties.
  • 1804 - The county seat is established in Greensburg.
  • 1812 - The first courthouse is built in Greensburg.
  • 1830 - The first newspaper, Green Republican, is published in the county.
  • 1861-1865 - Green County residents serve in the Confederate Army during the Civil War.
  • 1906 - The first high school is established in Greensburg.
  • 1929 - Green County experiences an economic boom due to the discovery of oil and natural gas.
  • 1940 - The last public hanging in Kentucky takes place in Green County.
  • 1950s-1960s - Green County experiences population decline due to urbanization and agricultural consolidation.
  • 1997 - The historic Downtown Greensburg district is added to the National Register of Historic Places.