Located in Daviess County, Kentucky, Owensboro was founded in 1797. 'Bluegrass Music Capital of the World.'. Last public hanging in the U.S. took place here in 1936.
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Founded1797|Population61,000|Peak61,000(2024)|CountyDaviess County
Top 10 Most Important Events for Owensboro, Kentucky
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1797Founded: Ohio River settlement.
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1936Last Public Hanging: Last public hanging in U.S.
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1936Natural Disaster: Owensboro was impacted by a significant flooding.
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1973Bluegrass: Bluegrass Music Capital.
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2010Modern Era: Owensboro continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?
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'Bluegrass Music Capital of the World.'.
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Last public hanging in the U.S. took place here in 1936.
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Famous for unique mutton BBQ tradition.
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Owensboro is located in Daviess County, Kentucky.
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Owensboro was founded in 1797.
Famous People from Owensboro, Kentucky
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Johnny Depp
Actor, Musician · Born Jun 9, 1963 · Age 62
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Nicky Hayden
Motorcycle Racer · Born Jul 30, 1981 · Died May 22, 2017 (age 35)
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Tom Ewell
Actor, Stage Actor · Born Apr 29, 1909 · Died Sep 12, 1994 (age 85)
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Wendell Ford
Politician · Born Sep 8, 1924 · Died Jan 22, 2015 (age 90)
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Stephen F. Cohen
Writer, Historian · Born Nov 25, 1938 · Died Sep 18, 2020 (age 81)
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