Hickman
County was established in 1821/22 and is Named for "Paschal Hickman", a
military captain who was killed at the "Battle of River Raisin" (also
known as the "Battle of Frenchtown", January 22, 1813; in Frenchtown,
Michigan).
The
City of Clinton, County Seat of Hickman County, is located near the
center of the county on US 51 at KY 58. the county consists of 244
square miles with a total population of over 5,200 people.
Hickman County
is actively recruiting new and expanding businesses to make use of the
skilled labor force, the strong transportation networks (roads, river,
rail, and air), industrial sites, and attractive financial incentives
that are available in this county.
Hickman County’s
charming county roads, especially along the Great River Road, are full
of rolling hills, wetlands, and beautiful homes. Hickman County is full
of fresh produce such as strawberry patches and pecans. Hickman County
offers Columbus-Belmont State Park, a member of the Kentucky State Park
System. Columbus-Belmont State Park is a 156 acre park with a
fascinating history. Hickman County also offers Shepherds Inn, a unique
landmark originally built in 1910 and listed on the National Register of
Historic Sites. It offers visitors beautiful overnight accommodations
in an exquisitely restored setting.
Recent Announcements
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Vendors Wanted for 7th Spring Chicken Festival
The 7th Annual Clinton-Hickman County Spring Chicken Festival will be flying in quickly on Friday, April 21 from 5 pm-10 pm and Saturday, April 22 from 8 am to 8 pm. We are currently seeking food, arts and crafts, and children activities vendors. Vendors may print out forms and find more festival information that includes a vendor application as well as participation guidelines at www.clintonhickmancountychamber.com/spring-chicken-fest. Arts and Craft Vendors may contact Melissa Goodman at (270) 653-2231 or Beverly Hopkins at (270) 653-4044 ext.2034 for questions. Food Vendors may contact Deena Pittman at (270) 653-4301 for questions. We look forward to having a feather ruffling good time.
Posted Feb 3, 2017, 11:32 AM by Melissa Goodman
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Chamber Breakfast on February 16
Posted Feb 3, 2017, 11:26 AM by Melissa Goodman
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Kid's Consignment Sale May 20 & 21, 2016
Posted May 9, 2016, 7:21 AM by deebdyer@hotmail.com
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Spring Chicken Festival Vendors Wanted
The 6th
Annual Clinton-Hickman County Spring Chicken Festival will be flying in quickly on Friday, April 22 from 5 pm-10 pm and Saturday,
April 23 from 8 am to 8 pm. We are currently seeking food,
arts and crafts, and children activities vendors. Vendors may print out forms and find more festival information that includes a vendor
application as well as participation guidelines at www.clintonhickmancountychamber.com/spring-chicken-fest. Arts and Craft Vendors may contact Melissa
Goodman at (270) 653-2231 or Beverly Hopkins at (270) 653-4044 ext.2034 for
questions. Food Vendors may contact
Deena Pittman at (270) 653-4301 for questions. We look forward to having
a feather ruffling good time.
Posted Feb 1, 2016, 12:15 PM by Melissa Goodman
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Hickman County Heritage Days
September 8-12, 2015 | Heritage Days, a week-long event spearheaded by the Hickman County Museum and Hickman County Historical and Genealogical Society, is a time for people to reflect on their local culture and to remember those communities and individuals who built a legacy worth preserving.With a spectacular view of the Mississippi River and some of the most fertile hills, valleys, and woods in the upper South, Hickman County was ahead of the pack from the start. What came next could easily have been lost: the fluid and sometimes suspenseful tale of the people and places that made Hickman County unique. But through the efforts of a league of donors and volunteers the narrative of Hickman County’s ...
Posted Aug 21, 2015, 7:23 AM by Melissa Goodman
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