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Introduction to Williamsburg, Kentucky
Williamsburg, Kentucky, in Whitley county, is 55 miles N of Knoxville, Tennessee (center to center) and 87 miles S of Lexington, Kentucky. There are an estimated 5,143 people in the city.
Williamsburg History
Formerly, Williamsburg was recognized as Spring Ford after a ford that crossed the Cumberland River. Officially, the city was formed in 1818. Samuel Cox donated the land for constructing the courthouse. Williamsburg was named honoring Col. William Whitley, an Indian fighter.
Williamsburg and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Williamsburg
Cumberland Falls State Park and the Bill Woods Park are popular tourist destinations. The city residents love to be at the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. When in Williamsburg, one cannot afford to miss the fun at the Kentucky Splash Water Park. Other notable places to visit include the Mountain Life Museum and Henkelmann's Wildlife Museum. Every year, Williamsburg hosts Whitley County Fair during the month of July.
Williamsburg Transportation
Mc Ghee Tyson Airport is the nearest airport.
Williamsburg Higher Education
Cumberland College is located in the city. Apart from this, other higher education institutes that one can attend include the University of Tennessee, Pellissippi State Technical Community College, Roane State Community College, and Carson - Newman College.
Comparing Williamsburg to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kentucky (State):
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