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City	Madisonville
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Hopkins County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	37.341036
Longitude	-87.503475
Population	19,542
Density	422.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	42431
Area Code	270
County Seat	Madisonville
School District	Hopkins County School District

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About Madisonville, Kentucky

Madisonville is a locality in Hopkins County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 19,542. The population density is 422.3 people per km². Madisonville is located at 37.3410°N, 87.5035°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Madisonville is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 42431.

Madisonville occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Kentucky interior, where the horizon stretches across vast, muted plains and wooded tracts. It lies 32.0 miles north of Hopkinsville, KY (from Hopkinsville, KY: bearing 359°T), and is situated 19.7 miles west-northwest of Greenville. A traveler might notice how the afternoon light catches the limestone dust on the backroads, casting long, sharp shadows toward Moss Hill in the distance. The region maintains a steady, grounded posture, far from the reach of any coast, relying instead on the modest flow of Greasy Creek as it marks the perimeter of the local geography. Residents often find respite in the green expanses of Dr Festus Claybon Park, a space that offers a brief, quiet sanctuary just a short way from the center of activity. To the north, the terrain dips into the low, quiet depression of Beech Hollow, where the air holds a cooler, heavier weight as the sun begins to fade.

Madisonville emerged from the rugged persistence of early settlers who recognized the value of the dark, mineral-rich earth beneath their feet. The local economy grew deep roots in the coal industry, a heritage that lingers in the architecture and the deliberate, unadorned work ethic of its people. Beyond the mines, the land has long supported a blend of agricultural enterprise, where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of commerce and life. Even as industries evolve, the town keeps a firm grip on its history, honoring the labor that once powered the regional grid. The legacy of the coal camps remains a quiet presence, visible in the enduring structures and the way the community values self-reliance and steady, honest production.

Madisonville carries a cultural character shaped by the soft, melodic vernacular of the Upper-South, where conversations often slow to match the pace of the passing day. Local gatherings frequently center around the calm waters of Lake Peewee, providing a common ground for recreation and reflection away from the hum of the main thoroughfares. Notable figures, such as the actor William Conrad, have roots that trace back to this specific expanse of Kentucky, bringing a quiet recognition to the local name on a national stage. The community marks its calendar with events that celebrate its shared heritage, turning small-town milestones into occasions for collective memory. It is a place where the stillness of the landscape informs the temperament of the people, fostering a life that is measured, thoughtful, and deeply connected to the ground it occupies.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Dr Festus Claybon Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 184° S
Madisonville City Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 147° SE
AMC Classic Madisonville 8 (Cinema) — 2.2 mi, 136° SE
Peabody Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.3 mi, 138° SE
Harris-Dickerson Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.5 mi, 102° E
Coal Miner Statue (Monument) — 14.8 mi, 285° W
December 10th, 2021 Tornado Memorial (Monument) — 15.3 mi, 221° SW
Pennyrile State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 15.7 mi, 208° SW
Lake Beshear (State Recreation Area) — 16.5 mi, 216° SW
Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park (State Park) — 19.1 mi, 204° SW
Everly Brothers Monument (Monument) — 21.0 mi, 099° E
Caldwell County Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 25.7 mi, 237° SW
Adsmore Museum (Museum) — 26.2 mi, 233° SW
Alhambra Theatre (Theatre) — 32.7 mi, 178° S
Shawnee National Forest (National Forest) — 33.8 mi, 292° W · 274k acres
Cinema 33 (Cinema) — 34.0 mi, 078° E
Wild Turkey Cock (Public Artwork) — 34.8 mi, 352° N
Audubon Mill Park (Nature Reserve) — 34.9 mi, 352° N
Cave In Rock State Park (Viewpoint) — 36.7 mi, 284° W
Green River National Wildlife Refuge And Conservation Partnership Area (National Wildlife Refuge) — 37.0 mi, 008° N · 2,073 acres
Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 38.4 mi, 233° SW · 171k acres
Land Between the Lakes Other (National Forest) — 38.4 mi, 233° SW · 171k acres
Mound H (Historic Ruins) — 41.3 mi, 003° N
Mound F (Historic Ruins) — 41.4 mi, 003° N
Center Furnace Trail (Attraction) — 42.4 mi, 224° SW
Newburgh Academy Of Dance (Arts Centre) — 42.5 mi, 007° N
Victory Theatre (Theatre) — 43.8 mi, 355° N
Pounds Hollow Recreation Area (Nature Reserve) — 46.2 mi, 293° NW
Kids Jump (Attraction) — 47.0 mi, 244° SW
Mammoth Cave National Park (National Park) — 68.5 mi, 097° E · 51k acres

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