Lewisport in Hancock County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Founding of Lewisport
Erected by Kentucky Historical Society and Kentucky Department of Highways. (Marker Number 1789.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Political Subdivisions • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1839.
Location. 37° 56.21′ N, 86° 54.147′ W. Marker is in Lewisport, Kentucky, in Hancock County. Marker is at the intersection of 4th Street and Pell Street (Kentucky Road 334), on the right when traveling south on 4th Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lewisport KY 42351, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Site of Front Street / Union Steamboat Captured (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lincoln Acquitted (approx. 3˝ miles away); It’s Great in Grandview (approx. 4.3 miles away in Indiana); Sandy Creek Landing / Thomas Lincoln (approx. 4.3 miles away in Indiana); Uncle Tom Lived Here (approx. 4.9 miles away); Home of Robert C. Beauchamp / Early Plantation in County (approx. 5.2 miles away); A New Home in Indiana (approx. 6˝ miles away in Indiana); Abraham Lincoln Employed (approx. 6˝ miles away in Indiana). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lewisport.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 16, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 16, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 176 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 16, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.