Winchester, Kentucky facts for kids
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Winchester, Kentucky
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Main Street
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Rich in History and Ready for the Future
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Location of Winchester in Clark County, Kentucky.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Clark |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.25 sq mi (23.97 km2) |
| • Land | 9.15 sq mi (23.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.27 km2) |
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 19,134 |
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19,142 |
| • Density | 2,090.92/sq mi (807.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
40391-40392
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| Area code(s) | 859 |
| FIPS code | 21-83676 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0506924 |
Winchester is a city in Kentucky, United States. It is the main town of Clark County. In 2020, about 19,134 people lived there. Winchester is located between the cities of Lexington and Mt. Sterling.
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History of Winchester
Winchester was named after Winchester, Virginia. It has a long history in Kentucky.
Geography and Climate
Winchester is in the middle of Clark County. It is about 18 miles east of Lexington. It is also 15 miles west of Mt. Sterling. Major roads like U.S. Route 60 run through the city. Interstate 64 also passes by the northern part of Winchester.
Weather in Winchester
Winchester has a climate with hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Population and People
Winchester has grown quite a bit over the years. Here is how its population has changed:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1800 | 130 | — | |
| 1810 | 538 | 313.8% | |
| 1830 | 620 | — | |
| 1840 | 1,047 | 68.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,142 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,616 | 41.5% | |
| 1880 | 2,277 | 40.9% | |
| 1890 | 4,519 | 98.5% | |
| 1900 | 5,964 | 32.0% | |
| 1910 | 7,156 | 20.0% | |
| 1920 | 8,333 | 16.4% | |
| 1930 | 8,233 | −1.2% | |
| 1940 | 8,594 | 4.4% | |
| 1950 | 9,226 | 7.4% | |
| 1960 | 10,187 | 10.4% | |
| 1970 | 13,402 | 31.6% | |
| 1980 | 15,216 | 13.5% | |
| 1990 | 15,799 | 3.8% | |
| 2000 | 16,724 | 5.9% | |
| 2010 | 18,368 | 9.8% | |
| 2020 | 19,134 | 4.2% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 19,142 | 4.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were about 16,724 people living in the city. The city had 6,907 households. Many families lived there, with 4,620 families in total.
Economy and Jobs
Winchester has many different businesses. Here are some of the biggest employers in the city from 2016:
| Winchester's top 10 employers in manufacturing, service, and technology (2016) | ||
| Employer | Number of employees | Year established in Winchester |
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| Fayette Electrical Service, Inc. | 105 | 2019 |
| Catalent Pharma | 400 | 1992 |
| East Kentucky Power Cooperative | 300 | 1941 |
| General Dynamics Information Technology | 208 | 2014 |
| Infiltrator Water Technologies | 182 | 1986 |
| Leggett & Platt | 250 | 1910 |
| Save-A-Lot Distribution Center | 210 | 1998 |
| The Freeman Corporation | 223 | 1913 |
| Walle Corporation | 140 | 1991 |
| Winchester Farms Dairy | 183 | 1982 |
Local Businesses
One special business in Winchester is Ale-8-One. This is a unique soft drink brand from Kentucky. It has been bottled in Winchester since 1926.
Arts and Culture
Winchester has fun events and interesting places to visit.
Beer Cheese Festival
Winchester hosts the Beer Cheese Festival every June. This festival celebrates "Beer Cheese," a special spread. Beer Cheese was first made in Clark County, near Winchester, in the 1940s.
Historic Places to See
Winchester has many historic sites. These places tell stories about the past:
- Bluegrass Heritage Museum
- Clark County Court House
- Clark Mansion (Gov. Clark House)
- Indian old fields
- Kerr Building
- Leeds Theater
- Oakwood Estate
- Old Providence Church
- Winchester Opera House
Education in Winchester
Students in Winchester have good schools and learning opportunities.
High School Education
Students attend George Rogers Clark High School. This school is located just outside Winchester in Clark County.
College and Higher Learning
Winchester has been home to several colleges. Kentucky Wesleyan College was here from 1890 to 1954. Later, Southeastern Christian College used the same campus. Today, students can attend the Winchester Campus of Bluegrass Community and Technical College.
Public Library
Winchester also has a public library. It is called the Clark County Public Library. It offers books and resources for everyone.
Getting Around Winchester
Winchester is easy to reach by car.
Major Roads
Interstate 64 runs east and west through the northern part of the city. U.S. Route 60 also goes through Winchester. Kentucky Route 627 runs north and south.
Air Travel
The closest major airport is Blue Grass Airport. It is about 29 miles west of Winchester, in Lexington. It is one of the busiest airports in Kentucky.
Famous People from Winchester
Many notable people have come from Winchester:
- Armstead M. Alexander (1834–1892), a congressman from Missouri.
- Chilton Allan (1786–1858), a congressman from Kentucky.
- Yeremiah Bell, a safety for the New York Jets NFL team.
- Rex Burkhead, a running back for the Houston Texans NFL Team.
- John E. Fryer, a psychiatrist who helped change how mental health was understood.
- Matt Ginter, a professional baseball player.
- William Harrow (1822–1871), a Union general in the Civil War.
- Joel Tanner Hart (1810–1877), a sculptor.
- Preston Knowles, a basketball player for the University of Louisville.
- Homer Ledford (1927–2006), a famous instrument maker and bluegrass musician.
- Matt Long, an actor known for TV shows like "Jack & Bobby" and "Mad Men."
- Claude Sullivan, a sports broadcaster.
- Allen Tate (1899–1979), a poet.
- Helen Thomas, a White House press correspondent.
Sister Cities
Winchester has two sister cities around the world. This means they have special friendly relationships:
Ibarra, Imbabura, Ecuador
Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, India
See also
In Spanish: Winchester (Kentucky) para niños
