Cities, schools, health services, and state government resources serving Whitley County.
Founded in 1818, the City of Williamsburg is rich in history and beauty and is the county seat of Whitley County. It is surrounded by area attractions such as Cumberland Falls State Park and is home to the Kentucky Splash water park and the University of the Cumberlands. Williamsburg lies at about the center of I-75, making it a great stopping point on any road trip from Michigan to Florida.
Escape to Whitley County, Kentucky and experience the world how it is meant to be. Canoe, kayak, or raft the Cumberland, fish our many waterways, visit the Kentucky Splash Water Park, take in the beauty of Cumberland Falls, or explore the scenic shores and cliff-lined coves of Laurel Lake.
With rolling hills, lush landscape, fish-stocked lakes, a central Eastern U.S. location, and a progressive local economic business plan, Corbin, Kentucky is an ideal location for new or expanding businesses, as well as for employees and families.
In 1895 a village on the banks of Lynn Camp Creek was incorporated and became the town of Corbin. Prior to incorporation, Corbin had been called Lynn Camp after William Lynn, a Virginian who was lost in the area around 1800.
The Whitley County Conservation District, founded in 1945, works with landowners and farmers to install conservation practices on their land.
The Whitley County Historical & Genealogical Society preserves and shares the history of the county. Check the events calendar for reunions and other gatherings.
Host band Southern Sun and Jackson Enterprises want to see you at the foot of Sally Gap, in the beautiful hills east of Williamsburg, Kentucky — over 1,500 acres of bluegrass paradise.
The Hal Rogers Family Entertainment Center is home to the Kentucky Splash Water Park, with an 18,000 square foot wave pool, a drift river, a kiddy activity pool, a triple slide complex, a go-kart track, a championship miniature golf course, an arcade, a batting cage, and a driving range.
Welcome to the Whitley County Public Library, where our commitment to the community is binding.
The Whitley County School District serves students across the county: Boston, Central, Central Intermediate, Nevisdale, North, Oak Grove, Pleasant View, and Poplar Creek elementary schools, plus the middle school, high school, and Rockholds Opportunity.
The Williamsburg Independent School District was formed in 1909. Our school setting is unique, with one building housing grades K–12. Enrollment is over 800 students. The school is fully accredited by the Kentucky Department of Education and has held accreditation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools since 1927.
Corbin Independent School District strives to be the best school system it can be. Test scores and academic competitions consistently rank the district among the top in Kentucky.
University of the Cumberlands has historically served students primarily from the mountain regions of Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, Virginia, Georgia, North and South Carolina, Ohio, and Alabama — the region traditionally described as Appalachia.
Located in Barbourville and founded in 1879, Union College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and is an important part of southeastern Kentucky. Union is a private liberal arts institution comprising undergraduate and graduate programs, a school of nursing, and online learning.
The Whitley County Health Department provides clinical services through a staff of trained professionals including advanced registered nurse practitioners, registered nurses, nutritionists, health educators, social workers, community outreach workers, and contract physicians.
Dayspring Family Health Center is a not-for-profit community health center founded on the belief that everyone should have access to affordable quality health care, provided in a fair and gentle manner.
The Knox–Whitley Animal Shelter is a private non-profit organization. If you would like to help, contact the Whitley County Courthouse at (606) 549-6000 and voice your support.
The official website of the Governor of Kentucky.
The Department for Local Government (DLG) provides financial help through grant and loan assistance, and advises local governments on budget, personnel, and other matters.
The official state government website of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Information for veterans and active-duty service members using a VA-backed home loan, including pre-approval, financing contingencies, and the Certificate of Eligibility.
