Barbourville, Kentucky facts for kids
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Barbourville, Kentucky
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Knox County Courthouse in Barbourville
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Location in Knox County, Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Knox |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.72 sq mi (7.04 km2) |
| • Land | 2.65 sq mi (6.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) |
| Elevation | 971 ft (296 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,222 |
| • Estimate
(2022)
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3,157 |
| • Density | 1,213.56/sq mi (468.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
40906
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| Area code(s) | 606 |
| FIPS code | 21-03574 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2403155 |
Barbourville is a city in Knox County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is the main city and county seat of Knox County. The city was officially started by the state in 1812. It became an incorporated city in 1854 and again in 1856.
In 2010, about 3,165 people lived here. By 2020, the population was 3,222. Union College and the Appalachian Children's Home are both located in Barbourville.
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Geography of Barbourville
Barbourville is in the middle of Knox County. It sits in the valley of the Cumberland River, where another stream called Richland Creek joins it.
U.S. Route 25E goes through the east side of the city. This road leads northwest about 16 miles to Corbin. It also goes southeast the same distance to Pineville.
The city covers about 2.72 square miles (7.04 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
People in Barbourville
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 55 | — | |
| 1830 | 138 | — | |
| 1840 | 224 | 62.3% | |
| 1850 | 184 | −17.9% | |
| 1860 | 230 | 25.0% | |
| 1870 | 438 | 90.4% | |
| 1880 | 250 | −42.9% | |
| 1890 | 1,162 | 364.8% | |
| 1900 | 1,010 | −13.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,633 | 61.7% | |
| 1920 | 1,877 | 14.9% | |
| 1930 | 2,380 | 26.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,420 | 1.7% | |
| 1950 | 2,926 | 20.9% | |
| 1960 | 3,211 | 9.7% | |
| 1970 | 3,549 | 10.5% | |
| 1980 | 3,333 | −6.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,658 | 9.8% | |
| 2000 | 3,589 | −1.9% | |
| 2010 | 3,165 | −11.8% | |
| 2020 | 3,222 | 1.8% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 3,157 | −0.3% | |
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In 2000, there were 3,165 people living in Barbourville. There were 1,211 households in the city. About 24.9% of these households had children under 18.
Most people in the city were White (94.40%). About 3.23% were African American. A small number of people were Native American or Asian.
The average age of people in Barbourville was 34 years old.
Fun Things to Do in Barbourville
Each year in early October, Barbourville holds the Daniel Boone Festival. This festival celebrates the famous pioneer who explored the area in 1775. The festival has outdoor concerts and a parade. There are also carnival rides and a beauty pageant.
Since 2005, the city has also hosted the Springtime Redbud Festival. This festival celebrates nature and local traditions. It used to be held at Pine Mountain State Resort Park. Now, it takes place at Union College (Kentucky).
The Redbud Festival happens in April. It features quilting workshops and other crafts. You can also enjoy storytelling, art shows, and music.
In 2015, voters in Barbourville decided to allow the sale of certain items. This change happened after 82 years of local rules that did not allow these sales.
Schools in Barbourville
Barbourville has several schools for students.
Public Schools
The public schools in Barbourville are managed by Knox County Public Schools.
- Central Elementary School
- G. R. Hampton Elementary School
- Jesse D. Lay Elementary School
- Knox County Middle School
- Knox Central High School
- Dewitt Elementary
- Girdler Elementary
- Flat Lick Elementary
- Lynn Camp Schools
Independent Schools
The Barbourville Independent School District runs its own schools. These include:
- Barbourville Elementary School
- Barbourville High School
Knox Appalachian School
The Knox Appalachian School is a public school. It helps children who live at the Appalachian Children's Home.
Public Library
Barbourville has a lending library for everyone. It is called the Knox County Public Library.
Higher Education
- Union Commonwealth University
Famous People from Barbourville
Many notable people have connections to Barbourville:
- Green Adams (1812–1884), a U.S. congressman, was born here.
- George Madison Adams (1837–1920), also a U.S. congressman. He was also the Clerk of the United States House of Representatives.
- James D. Black (1849–1938), who was the governor of Kentucky in 1919.
- James S. Golden, a U.S. representative from 1949 to 1955.
- Samuel Freeman Miller, a justice on the U.S. Supreme Court.
- John M. Robsion Jr., a U.S. representative from 1953 to 1959.
- Flem D. Sampson, who was Kentucky's governor from 1927 to 1931.
- William A. Stanfill (1892–1971), a U.S. senator.
- Kenneth H. Tuggle, who was the Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky.
- Silas Woodson, who became the governor of Missouri.
See also
In Spanish: Barbourville (Kentucky) para niños
