Falmouth in Pendleton County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Virgilene Ritter Moore • Walter B. Moore

1914 – 2010 • 1915–1986

— Civic Leaders • Business Owners • Community Activists • Public Servants —

Virgilene Ritter Moore • Walter B. Moore Memorial image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, August 23, 2021

1. Virgilene Ritter Moore • Walter B. Moore Memorial

Inscription. Walter and Virgilene Ritter Moore were lifelong residents of the area who gave many, many hours and funding to the betterment of the City of Falmouth. Both served as city council members and Virgilene served at mayor pro-temp for several years. It was their final bequest to leave a lasting memorial for the citizens of Falmouth to enjoy. The bell tower is given in love and respect for all to enjoy and reflect on our historic past.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Government & Politics.

Location. 38° 40.603′ N, 84° 19.806′ W. Marker is in Falmouth, Kentucky, in Pendleton County. It is at the intersection of Main Street (Kentucky Route 22) and West Shelby Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street. It is on the bell tower. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Falmouth KY 41040, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Kentucky’s Outer Bluegrass. It is also in the American South,

specifically in the Upper South,

and in the Ohio River Valley.

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Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 11 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Bell (a few steps from this marker); The Kennett Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); County Named 1798 (within shouting distance of this marker); Bird’s War Road (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Albert A. Jameson (about 800 feet away); John Waller (approx. 4.1 miles away); British Indian Raid (approx. 6.1 miles away); Bold House (approx. 10.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Falmouth.

Bell Tower and Markers image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, August 23, 2021

2. Bell Tower and Markers

This marker is on the right. “Bell” marker is on the left.

Credits. This page was last revised on August 28, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 28, 2021, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 339 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 28, 2021, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.