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Middlesboro

Kentucky, United States · North America

About Middlesboro

Middlesboro is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Harrogate, 5km from Cumberland Gap Tunnel.

Middlesboro is a town located in Kentucky, United States. With a population of 10,730, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Middlesboro sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Middlesboro to your route.

About Middlesboro

The American Association, Limited, Office Building, at 2215 Cumberland Ave. in Middlesboro, Kentucky, United States, was built in c.1890. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. It is a two-and-a-half-story building, somewhat Richardsonian Romanesque in style. It was deemed "important

Read more historically because of its ties with establishment of the town. Its founder, Alexander Arthur, a Canadian, obtained British backing to form the American Association, Limited, that was to finance mining operations in southeast Kentucky and northeast Tennessee and the construction of Middlesboro, which was to serve as headquarters for these activities. The 2-1/2-story, brick structure was built as offices for the American Association, Limited."

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Where is Middlesboro located?

Middlesboro is located in Kentucky, United States, North America. The coordinates are 36.6084 latitude, -83.7166 longitude.

What is the population of Middlesboro?

Middlesboro has a population of approximately 10,730 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
10,730
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Kentucky
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
36.6084, -83.7166

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1 notable place within an hour's drive.

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Cumberland Gap Tunnel

A 4,600-foot twin-bore tunnel carrying US-25E beneath the historic Cumberland Gap, built so the pioneer pass first blazed by Daniel Boone could be restored to its 18th-century appearance.

5 km · about 10 min drive

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  • Right hereCumberland Gap TunnelA 4,600-foot twin-bore tunnel carrying US-25E beneath the historic Cumberland Gap, built so the pioneer pass first blazed by Daniel Boone could be restored to its 18th-century appearance.

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