Map
designed by Earl Smith, Scott County GPS/GIS
As Scott County continues to grow and expand, it is imperative to maintain the history and culture of its past. Tourists and residents who choose to settle in Scott County enjoy the draw of peaceful living and small town atmosphere. Yet there is a responsibility for those that have lived here longer to build awareness for others by sharing the rich legacy of Scott County.
There
are many locations within the boundaries of Scott County rich in history
and culture and it was the goal of Leadership Scott County, Class 2004 -
2005, to create a project that would highlight these locations for others
to enjoy and experience. These locations are identified simply as GEMS as
they are unique with many facets. Ten GEMS have been designed as 60-second
videos to ignite your interest in visiting these locations yourself and
to expand your knowledge about Scott County.
How Does My Location Become a GEM?
To
become a GEM, consider the following criteria.
A GEM shall have a history that will attract both residents and visitors
to Scott County, a rich story can be shared about the location, it is researchable,
is in evidence for viewing, and recognized as a foundation of Scott County's
past.
You may, for example, also
want to consider modern history. Toyota is recognized as modern history
within Scott County. The land on which Toyota stands has a history, the
land and background of Toyota's move to Kentucky can be researched and attracts
both residents and visitors to our community.
If you would like your location to be considered as a GEM, please contact
the Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Office via email gtown@mis.net
If your location is selected as a GEM, you work collaboratively with the
students of Scott County Schools for the production of a 60-second video
highlighting your location.
You
will need QuickTime to view these GEMS
Get QuickTime here... 
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As
the Leadership Scott County, Class 2004 - 2005, our project has been designed
to leave a legacy with a visionary goal to continue to enhance the knowledge
of our community's rich history and culture through the production of 60-second
GEMS. We anticipate that those who visit this website will be tourists as
well as current and potential residents who value the diversity of our Scott
County Community.
Throughout our project we developed community partnerships that assisted
us in creating our GEMS and acknowledge them with much appreciation.
* Georgetown/Scott County Chamber of Commerce
* Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Commission
* Georgetown & Scott County Museum
* Scott County Schools
* Scott County Public Library
* Scott County Planning & Zoning (GPS/GIS)
*Ann Bevins, A Kentucky Treasure and Scott County Historian
@ 2005
