Versailles, KY

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.

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