Ark Encounter Declines Comment On Lawsuit By School Board 

Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at 12:27 PM

By Creighton Rice, 24/7 News Source

What is the Ark Encounter theme park's actual property value? Depends who you ask.

Ark Encounter/Answers in Genesis photo

(Grant County, Ky) - The Grant County Board of Education is suing Ark Encounter theme park. 

The BOE claims the park is worth nearly three times its $48 million appraisal. The board says it used documents from Ark Encounter's owners to come up with a value of $130 million.

The county's property valuation administrator's 2017 estimate has caused the school corporation to miss out on nearly $500,000 in property taxes. 

The Christian-based park in Williamstown said Tuesday it won't comment on the lawsuit.  

More from Local News


Events

Governor Ceremonially Signs New Law Sponsored by Zimmerman

The law aims to connect homeless Hoosiers to services, protect public safety.

North Dearborn Student Named National County Government Week Essay Contest Winner

One winner was chosen in each of the AIC’s six districts.

D.I.C.E. Challenge Awards $40,500 to Local Entrepreneurs

Six individuals or duos received funding for their business ideas.

Field Dedication Ceremony Set for Wednesday at South Ripley High School

A baseball and softball doubleheader will follow the ceremony.

Local Sports Report - April 20, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

South Ripley Grad Leaves Hauser for New Coaching Gig

Trent Moorhead has a highly successful run at Hauser.

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Billy Currington - I Got a Feelin'

Fox News Fox News National Newscast 22:01
Garth Brooks and Blake Shelton Dive Bar 21:58
Forester Sisters Mama's Never Seen Those Eyes 21:55
Tim McGraw Real Good Man 21:51