City of Carlisle, Kentucky

City of Carlisle, Kentucky Carlisle, Kentucky is the county seat of Nicholas County. The city hosts yearly events, including the Blackberry Festival and Saturday in Carlisle.

Carlisle is the county seat of Nicholas County, Kentucky. It is located at the junction of Kentucky Route 32 and Kentucky Route 36, about halfway between Lexington and Maysville. The population was 2,010 at the 2010 census. Carlisle was founded in 1816 when John Kincart donated land to facilitate the relocation of the county seat from Ellisville, 5 miles (8.0 km) to the north. The town was probably named for Carlisle, Pennsylvania, hometown of Kincart's father. The fourth, and final, courthouse was built in 1893-1894 which is still in use today as are most of the buildings along Main Street and Courthouse Square which were built in the 1890’s and 1900’s. The City of Carlisle warmly welcomes visitors and new residents alike.

09/07/2026

Dispatch and The Police Department phones aren’t working correctly. Please call 206-734-4441 for dispatch and police. 911 is still working for emergencies. Thank you

09/03/2026

Just a reminder today is cut off day for water bills. The 5th is on Saturday and we do not cut off on Fridays. Have a great day!

Join us Sunday as we honor E-Z Riders Pizza as business of the year 2026
08/20/2026

Join us Sunday as we honor E-Z Riders Pizza as business of the year 2026

Please to announce Chamber of Commerce business of the year 2026!
08/10/2026

Please to announce Chamber of Commerce business of the year 2026!

07/28/2026

We are updating our system and are unable to take credit cards at this time. We should be up and running tomorrow afternoon.
Sorry for the inconvenience.

07/16/2026

Due to a death in our family, the City Office will be closed Friday, July 17 and will reopen Monday.
Our love and condolences go out to the Clark family.

An iphone has been found near Cliffway Drive. Must be able to unlock phone to claim. I have attached a copy of the scree...
07/08/2026

An iphone has been found near Cliffway Drive. Must be able to unlock phone to claim. I have attached a copy of the screen photo.

06/30/2026
06/29/2026

The City of Carlisle will be closed Friday July 3 in observance of Independence Day.

Fridays trash will be picked up Thursday.

Have a safe and happy Fourth.

06/18/2026

Power still out.
Sorry for the inconvenience.

Address

107 East Chestnut Street
Carlisle, KY
40311

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18592893700

Website

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