Versailles, KY
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About Versailles
- • Actor Woody Harrelson was born in Versailles before rising to fame.
- • Hartman Hardware, a landmark business, was established here in 1891.
- • Its central location along major stagecoach lines boosted early growth.
- • A local legend says a ghostly woman haunts the historic courthouse.
- • The Great Flood of 1937 devastated many homes and businesses.
- • Named in 1792 for Versailles, France, honoring French support during the Revolution.
- • With 10,387 people, the population is similar to a large high school.
- • Its elevation is 902 feet, offering slightly elevated views.
- • Thoroughbred horse breeding and racing define the local economy.
- • A blend of small-town charm and equestrian elegance permeates the air.
- • The Cincinnati Reds are the closest major league baseball team.
- • Keeneland Race Course, nearby, is a premier destination for horse racing fans.