Franklin County Communities

Historic Towns, Villages & Settlements

Explore the rich history, local lore, and genealogical context of the individual communities that make up Franklin County, Kentucky.

Bald Knob

Area located in northeast Franklin County.

The historic community located on the "Big Road."

The historic community of Farmdale.

Where the branches meet along Elkhorn Creek.

The little capital city on the Kentucky River.

Named for heirs of the pioneer Jett family.

Pioneer settlement founded by Captain Hancock and Willis Lee.

Historic settlement on the site of Mr. Peak's mill.

Mill village established by the Stedman brothers.

Home of the historic community and Switzer Covered Bridge.