Harrodsburg in Mercer County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Dedman House

Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 6, 2019

1. Dedman House Marker

Inscription. Built in 1884 by Charles M. and Mary (Mollie) Curry Dedman, this Queen Anne style Victorian house is notable for the pargeting gable decoration. Mrs. Dedman chose the lot, plans and oversaw construction. Long time residence of the Ruby family.

Erected by Harrodsburg / Mercer County Tourist Commission. (Marker Number 37.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky, Harrodsburg, James Harrod Trust series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1884.

Location. 37° 45.325′ N, 84° 50.59′ W. Marker is in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, in Mercer County. Marker is on Beaumont Avenue just north of Dedman Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 528 Beaumont Avenue, Harrodsburg KY 40330, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. VanArsdall / Sale House (within shouting distance of this marker); G. A. Curry House (within shouting distance of this marker); Poteet House (within shouting distance of this marker); Tabler House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Aspen Hall / Dr. James Shannon House (about 400 feet away); Magoffin / Mills / Gaither House

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(about 700 feet away); Greystone (about 700 feet away); Beaumont College 1895-1915 / Historic Site (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Harrodsburg.

Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 6, 2019

2. Dedman House Marker

Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 6, 2019

3. Dedman House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 16, 2020, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 185 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 16, 2020, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. 3. submitted on July 17, 2020, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.