Where is Shelbyville Located? - Shelbyville is a city located in the Shelby County of Kentucky, United States. Shelbyville lies between 39.3342744 Degrees North latitudes and 76.4394056 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Shelbyville Located?
Shelbyville is a city located in the Shelby County of Kentucky, United States. Shelbyville lies between 39.3342744 Degrees North latitudes and 76.4394056 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Shelbyville city is 17282 people and the city has a total area of 8.75 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Shelbyville, Kentucky Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Shelbyville |
| County | Shelby County |
| State | Kentucky |
| State Capital | Frankfort |
| US Region | Southern United States |
| Latitude | 38.2120° N |
| Longitude | 85.2236° W |
| Elevation | 794 ft (242 m) |
| Land Area (sq mi) | 8.54 |
| Water Area (sq mi) | 0.02 |
| Total Area (sq mi) | 8.56 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 17,282 |
| Population Density (per sq mi) | 2,023.7 |
| ZIP Codes | 40065 |
| Area Code | 502 |
| Time Zone Standard | Eastern Standard Time (EST), UTC−5 |
| Time Zone Daylight | Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC−4 |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 2169468 |
| Congressional District | 6th Congressional District |
Transportation and Connectivity in Shelbyville
| Transportation Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport Name | Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport; Blue Grass Airport provides regional air service. |
| IATA Code | SDF; LEX |
| Port | None; inland location |
| Major Highways | U.S. Highway 60, U.S. Highway 55, Kentucky Route 53, and Interstate 64 nearby |
| Train/Amtrak Service | No Amtrak station is located in Shelbyville. Amtrak service is available in Louisville. |
| Local Bus/Transit Service | Regional transportation services connect Shelbyville with nearby communities. |
- U.S. Highway 60 provides east-west access between Shelbyville, Frankfort, Louisville, and surrounding communities.
- U.S. Highway 55 connects Shelbyville with northern and southern areas of Shelby County.
- Kentucky Route 53 provides regional connections toward eastern Shelby County communities.
- Interstate 64 is accessible nearby and connects Shelbyville with Louisville, Lexington, and other Kentucky cities.
Top Places to Visit in Shelbyville, Kentucky
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Jeptha Creed Distillery | Distillery |
| Shelby County Historical Society Museum | Museum |
| Clear Creek Park | Park |
| Red Orchard Park | Park |
| Old Stone Inn | Historic Site |
| Shelby County Community Theatre | Theater |
| Talon Winery & Vineyards | Winery |
| Guist Creek Lake | Lake |
| Gallrein Farms | Farm Attraction |
| Louisville Mega Cavern | Attraction |
Driving Distances from Shelbyville, Kentucky to Nearby Cities
| City | State | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfort | Kentucky | 20 | 25 min |
| Louisville | Kentucky | 35 | 45 min |
| Lexington | Kentucky | 45 | 55 min |
| Georgetown | Kentucky | 35 | 45 min |
| Danville | Kentucky | 55 | 1 hr |
| Bardstown | Kentucky | 60 | 1 hr |
| Cincinnati | Ohio | 95 | 1 hr 40 min |
| Bowling Green | Kentucky | 140 | 2 hr 15 min |
| Nashville | Tennessee | 190 | 3 hr |
| Indianapolis | Indiana | 140 | 2 hr 15 min |
Colleges and Universities in Shelbyville, Kentucky
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan University — Shelbyville Campus | Private | University | Career-focused education programs |
| Jefferson Community and Technical College | Public | Community College | Technical and transfer education |
| University of Louisville | Public | University | Research and higher education |
| Georgetown College | Private | University | Liberal arts education |
Waterbodies in Shelbyville, Kentucky
Guist Creek Lake, Clear Creek, Long Run, Bullskin Creek, Guist Creek
Golf Courses in Shelbyville, Kentucky
Shelbyville Country Club, Weissinger Hills Golf Course, Weissinger Hills Golf Club, Clear Creek Golf Course
Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Shelbyville, Kentucky
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Jeptha Creed Distillery | Distillery |
| Shelby County Historical Society Museum | Museum |
| Clear Creek Park | Park |
| Red Orchard Park | Park |
| Old Stone Inn | Historic Site |
| Shelby County Community Theatre | Theater |
| Talon Winery & Vineyards | Winery |
| Guist Creek Lake | Lake |
| Gallrein Farms | Farm Attraction |
| Clear Creek | Natural Attraction |
Waterbodies in Shelbyville, Kentucky
Guist Creek Lake, Clear Creek, Long Run, Bullskin Creek, Guist Creek
Golf Courses in Shelbyville, Kentucky
Shelbyville Country Club, Weissinger Hills Golf Course, Weissinger Hills Golf Club, Clear Creek Golf Course
Shelbyville, Kentucky — Key Historical Facts
- Shelbyville was founded in 1792 and named after Isaac Shelby, Kentucky's first governor and a Revolutionary War leader.
- The city became the county seat of Shelby County and developed as an agricultural and trade center in central Kentucky.
- Shelbyville grew as a center for horse breeding and became part of Kentucky's historic Bluegrass horse region.
- The arrival of railroads in the 19th century helped expand Shelbyville's commercial and transportation connections.
- Shelbyville continues to be known for its historic downtown, farms, equestrian traditions, and bourbon-related tourism.
References
- City of Shelbyville Official Website
- Shelby County Government
- U.S. Census Bureau
- Kentucky Tourism
- Kentucky Historical Society
- Jeptha Creed Distillery
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