Kentucky - Wikipedia
WEBKentucky (US: / kənˈtʌki / ⓘ kən-TUK-ee, UK: / kɛn -/ ken-), [ 5 ] officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, [ c ] is a landlocked state in the Southeastern region of the United States. It borders Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio to the north, West Virginia to the northeast, Virginia to the east, Tennessee to the south, and Missouri to the west.
Kentucky | History, Capital, Map, Population, & Facts
WEB1 day ago · Kentucky, constituent state of the United States of America. It is bordered by Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio to the north; West Virginia and Virginia to the east; Tennessee to the south; and Missouri to the west. The capital, Frankfort, lies between the state’s two major cities—Louisville and Lexington.
Kentucky.gov
WEBToday in Kentucky. The latest news, updates, and happenings from around the state.
Kentucky Maps & Facts - World Atlas
WEBMar 13, 2023 · Kentucky is in the U.S. Commonwealth of Kentucky, the 37th largest state by land area. Kentucky is bordered on the north by Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana, on the east by West Virginia and Virginia, on the south by Tennessee, and the west by Missouri. Overall, Kentucky occupies 40,408 square miles.
Kentucky ‑ Indigenous History, Bluegrass & Bourbon
WEBNov 9, 2009 · Kentucky was granted statehood in 1792, becoming the first U.S. state west of the Appalachian Mountains. Frontiersman Daniel Boone was one of Kentucky’s most prominent explorers, and many...
Map of the State of Kentucky, USA - Nations Online Project
WEB1 day ago · The detailed map shows the US state of Kentucky with boundaries, the location of the state capital Frankfort, major cities and populated places, rivers and lakes, interstate highways, principal highways, railroads and airports.
10 Things to Know About Kentucky - U.S. News & World Report
WEBAug 22, 2019 · 1. Famous frontiersman Daniel Boone created a trail known as The Wilderness Road in the late 1700s, which enabled settlers to move westward and into Kentucky. In 1792, Kentucky became the 15th...
Kentucky Pictures and Facts - National Geographic Kids
WEBKentucky. Get facts and photos about the 15th state. By Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh. Fast Facts. Nickname: The Bluegrass State. Statehood: 1792; 15th state. Population (as of July 2015): 4,425,092....
Kentucky | State Facts & History - Infoplease
WEBJan 27, 2023 · Kentucky is the 37th largest state, covering 40,411 square miles. It has a population of 4.55 million, making it the 26th most populous state, and its biggest cities are Lexington (330,000), Louisville (323,000), and Bowling Green (72,200). There are 120 Kentucky counties.
Kentucky summary | Britannica
WEBKentucky, officially Commonwealth of Kentucky, State, southeastern central U.S. Area: 40,408 sq mi (104,656 sq km). Population: (2020) 4,505,836; (2023 est.) 4,526,154. Capital: Frankfort. Kentucky is bordered by Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana.