City of Bellevue, Kentucky

Bellevue Kentucky is located in Northern Campbell County between Newport and Dayton. The area was once part of the hilltop property of Gen. James Taylor whose home in Newport was officially called Bellevue. In 1866 the area was laid off into lots by developer A.S. Berry and named in honor of the old Taylor estate. Berry, a moving force behind the development of Bellevue was a four-term congressman from the area in 1893-1901.

Bellevue was incorporated as a City in 1870. At the turn of the century Bellevue was known for its' beaches that were popular for swimming, canoeing and clubhouse dining. By the late 20's river pollution and the number of lawsuits over accidents had closed most of the beaches.

During the 30's Bellevue was known for the Horseshoe Gardens, an entertainment facility that featured big name acts such as the Mills Brothers. The Gardens was destroyed in the flood of 37'.

Today's Bellevue is seeing a rekindling of interest in restoring the historic homes of the community, and development of the riverfront area. With the surge in interest in Northern Kentucky as a whole in 2001, and neighboring Newport booming with riverfront development the bright future of Bellevue is yet to unfold