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    Frankfort is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, United States, and the seat of Franklin County. It is a home rule-class city; the population was 28,602 at the 2020 census. Located along the Kentucky River, Frankfort is the principal city of the Frankfort, Kentucky Micropolitan Statistical Area, which … See more

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    The town of Frankfort likely received its name from an event that took place in the 1780s. Native Americans attacked a group of early European colonists from Bryan Station, … See more

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    The city operates nine parks:
    • Capitol View—playing fields, nature trails, picnic areas
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    Frankfort is located in the (inner) Bluegrass region of Central Kentucky. The city is bisected by the Kentucky River, which makes an s-turn as it passes through the center of town. The river valley widens at this point, which creates four distinct parts of town. The valley … See more

    Census detail from 2020: As of the 2020 Census, there were 28,602 people, 12,434 households, and 6,053 families residing in the city. The See more

    Kentucky State University is located with the Frankfort city limits. KSU (also known as KYSU) is a public historically black university and an 1890 land-grant institution.
    Two public school districts serve the city, with three public … See more

    U.S. Route 60 and U.S. Route 460 pass east-west through Frankfort. U.S. Route 127 and U.S. Route 421 pass north-south through Frankfort. Interstate 64 passes to the south of the city.
    Capital City Airport, a public use airport, is one mile southwest … See more

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    Frankfort, Kentucky, is famously known as the state of horses, bourbon, and wine and features a peaceful atmosphere where guests can learn more about Kentu… See more
    Frankfort, Kentucky, is famously known as the state of horses, bourbon, and wine and features a peaceful atmosphere where guests can learn more about Kentucky at the various museum and galleries it offers. Aside from this, there are also numerous parks in the city where visitors can spend quality time with the family
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     · Frankfort is known for some of its popular attractions, which include: Buffalo Trace Distillery; Castle & Key Distillery; Rebecca Ruth Candy Tours & Museum; Cove Springs Park; Salato Wildlife Education Center

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    What attractions are there to visit in Frankfort, Kentucky?Taste the spirit of Kentucky while you tour the distilleries. Tasting at Buffalo Trace Distillery. Along with Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort is home to Three Boys Farm Distillery, Castle & Key Distillery, and Glenns Creek Distillery!
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    What are some of the events that have shaped the history of Frankfort, Kentucky?The town of Frankfort likely received its name from an event that took place in 1780s. Native Americans attacked a group of early European-American pioneers from Bryan’s Station, who were making salt at a ford in the Kentucky River. After the pioneer Stephen Frank was killed, the settlers called the crossing "Frank’s Ford."
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    What is the weather like in Frankfort, Kentucky?Frankfort has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Winter is generally cool with some snowfall. Spring and fall are both mild and relatively warm, with ample precipitation and thunderstorm activity. Summers are hot and humid.
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    What is the history of Frankfort, Kentucky?Frankfort is the birthplace of the famous Kentucky Bourbon Ball, introduced by Rebecca Gooch and Ruth Hanly Booe. This story begins in 1919, when two substitute teachers decided to venture into business, something unheard of for women back in that time.
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