Glasgow, Kentucky
Population: 13,019
Located in Barren County
Glasgow, the seat of Barren county, is located near the center of the county on US 31E, US 68, KY 80, and KY 90. It was founded in 1799 with the county and named for the city in Scotland. The Glasgow post office opened in 1803. The Barren County Community is alive with local business, industry and tourism. Providing residents a low cost of living expense and "back to nature" environment. The school system, home town churches, fine parks and recreational facilities are many of the reasons Barren County is such a great place to live. It is located in the south central region of Kentucky. Glasgow is Barren county's capital, and is host to the Museum of the Barrens. Nearby parks include Mammoth Cave National Park and Barren River Lake Resort Park. Barren River Lake Resort Park, located on U.S. Highway 31E, includes 51 lakeview rooms, 22 cottages, an 18 hole golf course, a full-service marina, horsebck riding, bike trails, tennis courts, and a campground. The 10,000-acre lake includes a public sand beach. The Glasgow Recreation Board operates four parks and sponsors leagues in all major sports. Barren County's privately owned facilities include a country club, four golf courses, a swimming pool, a skating rink, bowling lanes, an indoor theater, and miniature golf.
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