Herndon, Kentucky

Herndon is an unincorporated community located in Christian County, Kentucky, United States.[1]

History

Herndon had its start when the railroad was extended to that point.[2] The community has the name of Capt. Tom Herndon, a local merchant.[2] A post office has been in operation at Herndon since 1886.[3]

References

  1. "Herndon, Kentucky". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved July 21, 2015.
  2. 1 2 "Our Oldest Town". Kentucky New Era. Jun 6, 1974. p. 4. Retrieved 18 October 2015.
  3. "Christian County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 16 April 2015.

Coordinates: 36°44′01″N 87°33′55″W / 36.73361°N 87.56528°W / 36.73361; -87.56528


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