La Grange, Kentucky

La Grange is a home rule-class city[4] in Oldham County, Kentucky, in the United States.

[5] A unique feature of the city is the CSX Transportation street-running mainline track on Main Street that sees multiple trains in both directions.

[6][7][8][9] La Grange was founded in 1827 when the Oldham County seat was relocated from Westport at the suggestion of Major William Berry Taylor.

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.

Roederer Correctional Complex, which houses the Assessment and Classification Center where male inmates not sentenced to death enter the state prison system, was built in 1976.

[16] The La Grange historic district contains numerous small businesses such as shops, eateries, and art galleries.

Discover Downtown La Grange is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting business, history, and community in the city.

CSX train passing through downtown
Location of Oldham County, Kentucky