Pewee Valley Kentucky Map

About Pewee Valley, Kentucky

Pewee Valley is a locality in Oldham County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,483. The population density is 283.2 people per km². Pewee Valley is located at 38.3106°N, 85.4875°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 40056.

Pewee Valley unfurls along rolling terrain, where the soft green of Kentucky bluegrass meets the deeper hues of mature woodlands. It lies 9.1 miles north-north-east of Jeffersontown, KY (from Jeffersontown, KY: bearing 27°T), and is situated 9.3 miles east-north-east of St. Matthews. The air here, particularly in the late afternoon, carries a damp, earthy scent, a blend of fertile soil and the subtle perfume of wild honeysuckle that clings to the old stone fences. Sunlight, when it pierces the canopy of oak and maple, paints shifting mosaics on the winding country roads, revealing the quiet dignity of weathered farmhouses and the proud, stoic lines of barns that have stood for generations. It’s a place where the land itself seems to breathe, a slow, steady exhalation that invites a similar stillness in those who traverse its paths. The history of Pewee Valley is deeply intertwined with the agricultural bounty of Oldham County, a legacy that still echoes in the preserved landscapes and the enduring spirit of its residents. Once a vital stop on the Louisville & Frankfort Railroad, the valley saw a surge of development in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, attracting families who found solace and prosperity in its fertile ground. While agriculture remains a cornerstone, the local economy has diversified, embracing a quiet resurgence of small businesses and artisanal crafts that cater to a discerning clientele. The distinctive architecture, a blend of Victorian charm and sturdy, functional farmstead design, tells stories of a community that values both its heritage and its present, a place where the past is not forgotten but rather woven into the continuing narrative of everyday life.

About This Pewee Valley Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pewee Valley, Kentucky — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.310625, -85.48746. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Pewee Valley and Oldham County.

Detailed location data for Pewee Valley includes the ZIP code (40056), telephone area code (502), county seat of Oldham County (La Grange), and school district assignment (Oldham County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Pewee Valley is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.