About Danville, KY
Danville is the county seat of Boyle County in Kentucky. Danville is known for its historic Main Street and for being home to Centre College, which is ranked by Forbes as one of the best colleges in the nation. Major attractions include the Confederate Monument and the Norton Center for the Arts. Each year in the summer season Danville hosts the vibrant Boyle County Fair which draws thousands of visitors and features exciting rides and events such as drag races and corn hole tournaments. Among the biggest companies in Danville are The Timberland Company, and Phillips. The biggest schools here are Danville High School and Bate Middle School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Danville is Pioneer Playhouse, an outdoor theater that has been designated as Kentucky's state theater. Famous persons from Danville include the politician John Kincaid and the glass artist Stephen Powell.