Harrodsburg in Mercer County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Magoffin / Mills / Gaither House
Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 6, 2019
1. Magoffin / Mills / Gaither House Marker
Built by Beriah Magoffin, Sr., Beriah Magoffin, Jr. and his wife Anne Shelby, granddaughter of Isaac Shelby, first governor of Kentucky, resided here after 1839. Later owned by Benjamin Mills noted gunsmith and commander of Harper’s Ferry at the time of John Brown’s famous raid. Purchased by M. R. Gaither in 1870, the family held title to the property for over a century.Erected by James Harrod Trust. (Marker Number 33.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky, Harrodsburg, James Harrod Trust series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1839.
Location. 37° 45.444′ N, 84° 50.59′ W. Marker is in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, in Mercer County. Marker is on Beaumont Avenue, 0.1 miles north of Dixie Manor, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 464 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. Clay Hill (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Tabler House (about
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Photographed By Tom Bosse, July 6, 2019
2. Magoffin / Mills / Gaither House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on July 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 17, 2020, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 136 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 17, 2020, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
