Nestled in the foothills of Daniel Boone Country, Williamsburg is the county seat of Whitley County. With endless trails to explore, history to learn, and sites to see, Williamsburg has it all - including the biggest waves in Kentucky, located at the Kentucky Splash Waterpark.

Other parks and recreation areas around Williamsburg include: General Burnside State Park, Lake Cumberland, Pine Mountain State Resort, Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site, Levi Jackson, &Cumberland Gap.

Nestled between the Cumberland River and the Daniel Boone National Forest, Williamsburg is a town rich in cultural heritage and modern amenities that offers a little something for every taste and season.

The Williamsburg Tourism Commission employs a full time Director of Tourism and secretary which enables the Tourism Center to be open Monday - Friday to welcome tourist and visitors to our area.

Although the City of Williamsburg has continued to grow and prosper over these last 190 years, it still maintains its rich history and prosperity and flourishes with light industry, education, banking, and tourism.

The Williamsburg Police Department is continually working to insure the safety of the citizens of Williamsburg. They are constantly continuing their education in law enforcement in order to make Williamsburg a safer place to live .

It is thought that scouts and settlers followed Dr. Walker’s trail to Watts Creek and on down the creek and up the river a short distance to Spring Ford, presently Williamsburg. Dr. Thomas Walker named this river the Cumberland after the Duke of Cumberland.

Williamsburg Convention Center The Civic Center hosts (2) large assembly halls perfect for receptions, parties, reunions or conferences for up to 600 guests.

A town of many names, Williamsburg was referred to by Indians as Spring Ford due to the nearby Ford that crossed the Cumberland River and three nearby fresh water springs. The city was formed in 1818 due to the efforts of Samuel Cox who donated the land for the courthouse and sold lots for the town's formation.

Jun 29, 2009 · In Williamsburg, citizens are known by name, not by their address and not their billing number, elected to serve a two-year term members of the Council work daily for the best interest of the City and its citizens.