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Grant County is the heart of Northern Kentucky. Williamstown is a city in Grant County, in the Cincinnati metro area. It is in the Bluegrass region.
Grant County was a part of Pendleton County until 1820. There is a marker in the courthouse square that depicts the counties declaration. Williamstown was founded on June 12, 1820 by Captain William Arnold. A Revolutionary War soldier, Captain Arnold was also the first sheriff of Grant County. Arnold donated two and one half acres of land to Grant County to establish public buildings. He received the land for his service in the war. Williamstown was first named Philadelphia. After discovering that Philadelphia was already used as a city’s name in Kentucky, the name was changed to Williamstown in honor of Captain Arnold.
It is the county seat. Grant County is a limited dry county, meaning that sale of alcohol in the county is prohibited, except in Corinthand, Williamstown, where it is legal by the drink in restaurants seating at least 100 diners.
Today, Grant County is especially known for its southern hospitality and beautiful surroundings – whatever the season. In the spring time, it’s blooming red buds and in the summer, it’s Kentucky Burley in the fields reaching high in the sky. The rolling hills and winding country roads serve as a backdrop for the changing autumn leaves and on a cold winter’s night, ole man winter covers the ground with a fresh blanket of snow.
The four incorporated cities of Corinth, Crittenden, Dry Ridge, and Williamstown each offer unique history and sites of interest. For the person that loves the outdoors, there are seven lakes offering everything from fishing, water sports and Boating. There is plenty of shopping from antiques, outlet stores and specialty shops. Festivals are always big and offer plenty to do for the entire family. Way to go Williamstown, Grant County, KY:I-75 south to Barnes Road exit. Turn left onto Barnes Road. Go straight thru stop sign, cross railroad tracks and turn right at light-KY 25. Take about 2 miles to Williamstown. Turn Left on Smith Street( At the Fire Station). Field is behind Fire Station and the Williamstown City Building. |
