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Where the Ohio River whispers tales of steamboats and a peaceful beginning, discover the charm of Ghent, Kentucky.
Ghent is one of several towns in the United States named after the Treaty of Ghent, which ended the War of 1812.
The town's location on the Ohio River made it a popular stop for steamboats in the 19th century.
Carroll County, where Ghent is located, was formed in 1838 from parts of Gallatin, Trimble, and Owen counties.
Ghent has a rich history of river commerce with some early industry focusing on boat repair and building.
Ghent, Kentucky, nestled along the Ohio River in Carroll County, boasts a history deeply intertwined with river commerce and early settlement. Founded in the early 19th century, it quickly became a vital port town, serving as a hub for transporting goods and people along the river. The town's strategic location fostered its growth, with steamboats regularly docking to load and unload cargo. The name 'Ghent' itself might be a reference to the Treaty of Ghent, signifying peace after the War of 1812, reflecting the hopes for prosperity and growth in the new nation. The fertile lands surrounding Ghent also contributed to its agricultural prominence, with tobacco and other crops fueling the local economy.
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210 E Market St, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Gift
206 Ferry St, Ghent, KY 41045, USA
Gift
311 E Main St, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Restaurant
117 W Main St, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Museum
5147 IN-56, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Bar
204 Main Cross St, Ghent, KY 41045, USA
Museum
4085 IN-129, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Restaurant
513 Main St, Ghent, KY 41045, USA
Restaurant
802 W Main St, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Museum
108 E Main St, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Restaurant
602 W Main St, Vevay, IN 47043, USA
Social Club
213 Ferry St
Botanical Garden
120 W Main St
Ngo
213 Ferry St
General
431 Sharon Rd
Farm
10849 Fairview Rd
Farm
3230 N Papermill Rd
General
General
12036 Bennington Pike
General
217 Ferry St
Auction House
908 W Main St
Hairdresser
715 E Main St
Gas
109 Main St
Restaurant
Company
9412 E State Road 156
Hotel
Place Of Worship
12840 Brushy Fork Church Rd
Camp Site
4998 Nell Lee Rd
General
108 W Pike St
Company
205 Main Cross St
Clothes
School
9958 Barker Rd
Place Of Worship
1728 Highway 56
Supermarket
10390 N State Road 56
Engineering Services
6040 US Highway 42 E
Farm
9909 S State Road 129
Clinic
1190 W Main St
Government
309 Ann St
Company
Supermarket
Park
Rental Service
1042 State Road 250
Laundromat
101 W Market St
Beauty
725 Bob Slawson Ave
Gallery
217 Ferry St
Ngo
303 Ferry St
Clinic
503 Pearl St
Clinic
1037 W Main St
While we prioritize independent local storefronts that carry the soul of the town, these national brands are located nearby and support local employment.
ATM CVS
Atm
Abner Express
Convenience