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Elizabethtown Kentucky Last Updated: 08/03/2023 |
| Elizabethtown is a city located in Hardin County, approximately 45 miles south of Louisville, Kentucky's largest city, in the central part of the state of Kentucky. Elizabethtown offers a blend of historical significance, natural beauty, and modern amenities, making it a desirable place to live and visit. The population was 31,394 at the 2020 census. | |
| History: The city was founded in 1793 and named after Elizabeth Hynes, the wife of Colonel Andrew Hynes, who was an early settler and a prominent figure in the area. Economy: Elizabethtown has a diverse economy with industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and agriculture. It is also home to Fort Knox, a U.S. Army base that houses the United States Bullion Depository, which stores a significant portion of the country's gold reserves. Tourism: Elizabethtown attracts tourists with its historical sites, recreational opportunities, and nearby attractions. The Freeman Lake Park offers boating, fishing, and walking trails, while the Elizabethtown Sports Park hosts various sporting events and tournaments. Cultural Events: The city hosts several annual events and festivals, including the Heartland Festival and the Christmas in the Park celebration. Abraham Lincoln Birthplace: Elizabethtown is located not far from the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park, where a symbolic cabin marks the site where the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, was born. Education: Elizabethtown is served by several public schools, including Elizabethtown High School. Additionally, it has a few private educational institutions. Transportation: The city is well-connected by major highways, including Interstate 65, which runs through the area. | |
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Elizabethtown Nature Park Place » Outdoors Elizabethtown Nature Park is a 104-acres park with walking trails that tie into the Freeman Lake Park trail system. 129 views 💖 11900 Ring Road East Elizabethtown, KY 42701 |
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Hardin County History Museum Place » Museum Hardin County History Museum has been collecting and preserving artifacts, documents and other memorabilia that tells the story of Hardin County from its early Indian inhabitants to modern times. 143 views 💖 1201 W Dixie Ave Elizabethtown, KY 42701 |
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Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum Place » Museum The Swope’s Cars of Yesteryear Museum features vehicles ranging from the early 1900’s to the 1960’s in a variety of makes and models in both original condition and restored condition. 129 views 💖 11100 N Dixie Ave Elizabethtown, KY 42701 |