Kelly, Kentucky facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Community of Kelly
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Location of Kelly, Kentucky
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Christian |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (CST) |
| ZIP code |
40067
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| Area code(s) | 270 & 364 |
Kelly is a small place in Christian County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a settlement that does not have its own local government. Kelly is located on U.S. Route 41. You can find it at these coordinates: 36°58′14″N 87°28′37″W / 36.97056°N 87.47694°W.
The Mysterious Kelly-Hopkinsville Encounter
Kelly is most famous for a strange event that happened in 1955. This event is known as the Kelly-Hopkinsville encounter. It involved a family living in a rural farmhouse near Kelly.
What Happened in 1955?
On the night of August 21, 1955, residents of a farmhouse reported something unusual. They claimed to see strange, unidentifiable creatures. These creatures were described as small and goblin-like. The family also reported seeing mysterious lights in the sky.
The story quickly spread and became very famous. It is one of the most well-known UFO and creature sightings in history. Many people still talk about this mysterious night.
Celebrating the Mystery: The "Little Green Men" Festival
To remember this unique event, Kelly hosts a special festival every year. It is called the Kelly "Little Green Men" Days festival. This festival celebrates the strange encounter from 1955.
Visitors to the festival can enjoy many fun activities. They can also buy "intergalactic souvenirs" related to the event. It's a way for the community to share its famous story.
In 2017, the festival was extra special. It happened at the same time as a total solar eclipse. This made the anniversary even more memorable for everyone there.
