Grant County Historical Society

The Grant County Historical Society was founded in 1976 and is dedicated to preserving the history of Grant County for future generations. There are over 300 mem¬bers located in 34 states. Among the society's publications are History of Grant County and genealogical reference books that include newspaper abstracts, surveys of local cemeteries and abstracted court records of Grant, Harrison and Pendleton counties. These publications can be pur¬chased from the Society and are also available at the Grant County Public Library.

The society also maintains the historic William Arnold Log House which once belonged to the founder of Williamstown, Pioneer furniture and artifacts are on dis¬play at the log house which is open to the public on selected days or by appointment.

Membership in the society is open to all interested persons. Dues are $10 per year which entitles members to receive the quarterly newsletter, a source of genealogical information plus interesting news. Visitors are welcome to the meetings which are held on the third Monday of the month from March through November Programs about local and Kentucky history are featured at the meetings. Call or e-mail for time and location.

People who visits Grant County Historical Society, also may find interest in following listings . . .

William Arnold Log Cabin

Built in the early 19th century, this was once the home of William Arnold, founder of Williamstown. The two story house is constructed of huge poplar logs with a wood shingle roof characteristic...

Grant County Farmer's Market

Membership in the Grant County Farmer's Market is open to anyone who grows produce inside Grant County and or produces value-added items from that locally grown produce. Members sell during the...

Grant County Cattlemen's Association

Meets the first Monday of each month for dinner at 7 p.m. and the meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Grant County Farm Bureau office in Williamstown. Open to anyone interested in cattle production....

Extension Homemakers

Grant County Extension Homemakers clubs have been around since 1947. Homemakers are celebrating 75 years in Kentucky and homemakers are affiliated with die Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service....

PREFACE

In Pursuance of an Act of Congress of the United States, recommending that a Historical Sketch of every County and Town in the United States be prepared and read on the 4th day of July of our...

William Arnold Log Home

It is located at 214 North Main St. behind the Baptist Church Circa 1811, was home of the founder of Williamstown. A handmade sign greets visitors as they walk in the door. William Arnold was a...

Williamstown Woman's Club

Meets ihc second Thursday of each month (except January) al various limes and places, Contact Nora l.ee Shipp for information. The club features programs and activities for members with an emphasis...