Kentucky-Bred Insurance
Mt. Washington
A Growing Community With Deep Kentucky Roots
Just southwest of Shelbyville sits Mt. Washington — a city that’s grown quickly but never lost its small-town charm. Founded in the early 1800s, Mt. Washington became a key stop for travelers moving between Bardstown and Louisville. In those days, it was known for its taverns, stagecoach routes, and bustling crossroads energy.
Fast-forward to today and that “crossroads spirit” is still here, but now it’s powered by families, schools, churches, and a community that shows up for each other. Mt. Washington is one of the fastest-growing cities in Bullitt County, attracting people who want strong schools, safe neighborhoods, and a sense of belonging.
If you talk to longtime residents, they’ll proudly tell you how the town rebuilt after the devastating tornado of 1974 — a turning point that strengthened the community and brought people closer. That resilience still defines Mt. Washington today. Whether it’s a school event, a church fundraiser, or a Friday night at a local restaurant, you feel that togetherness everywhere you go.
At the same time, new families and young professionals are moving in because Mt. Washington offers the best combination: hometown comfort with access to modern amenities. You’re close to Louisville, Shepherdsville, and Bardstown, but when you come home, it still feels like a peaceful Kentucky town with familiar faces and traditions.
Why We Serve These Communities
Shelbyville and Mt. Washington are different in personality, but they share the same heartbeat — strong families, strong values, and a strong sense of home. That’s why Kentucky Bred Insurance is committed to supporting the people who live, work, and raise families here.
Whether you’re protecting a new home in a growing neighborhood, your classic Kentucky farmhouse, a small business on Main Street, or the vehicles that get your family around town, having an insurance partner who understands your community makes all the difference.
We’re proud to serve the places where your kids go to school, where your family shops, and where your neighbors become lifelong friends. In Shelbyville, Mt. Washington, and everywhere in between, we’re here to help protect what matters most — because these aren’t just towns on a map. They’re home.