| Census Bureau Report |
| Time Zone: Eastern |
| Capital: Frankfort |
| Statehood Date: 6/1/1792 |
| Statehood Order: 15 |
| Flower: Goldenrod |
| Bird: Cardinal |
| Land: 39732 Sq. Miles |
| Water: 679 Sq. Miles |
| Rank In Area Size: 37 |
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| Its name comes from the Iroquois Indian word "Ken-tah-ten," or "land of tomorrow." Kentucky is associated with coal mines and horse farms and racing. America's most prestigious horse race, the Kentucky Derby, is held in Louisville annually. |
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