Scott Station

Several Virginians took up land grants in the area after fighting in the Revolutionary War. John Durbin Scott, a grandson of one of these pioneers sold a right of way to the Cincinnati Southern Railroad. In 1882, the first depot was built and named Scott's Station. When the business agreement between Mr. Scott and the railroad deteriorated, the railroad bought another right of way from a nearby property owner and horseman, J.R. Wilmore. The town was then renamed.

The rail connection assured the economic growth of the town which was supplemented in 1890 by the establishment of Asbury College. Wilmore was incorporated in 1918 and has been growing ever since. Additions such as the Kentucky Veterans Center and the Wesley Methodist Village Retirement Community add to Wilmore's small town charm.