Burlington in Boone County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Erastus Tousey House

Burlington Historic District

— c. 1822 —

Erastus Tousey House Marker image. Click for full size.

Warren LeMay via Flickr/Public domain, July 19, 2020

1. Erastus Tousey House Marker

Inscription. Attorney Erastus Tousey (1798-1863) and his wife Catherine (1805-1895) built this grand residence c. 1822. It is one of the most academically correct examples of Federal style architecture in Northern Kentucky. Federal-period details include the paired gable- end chimneys, Flemish bond brickwork, brick jack arches above the windows/doors and the fanlight transom over the front entrance. A private residence for most of its years, the Toûsey House has also been used as a tavern, general store, gift shop and restaurant.

Erected 2008 by Boone County.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1822.

Location. 39° 1.732′ N, 84° 43.457′ W. Marker is in Burlington, Kentucky, in Boone County. Marker is at the intersection of North Jefferson Street and North Alley, on the left when traveling north on North Jefferson Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 5963 N Jefferson St, Burlington KY 41005, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. James Runyan House (a few steps from this marker); Burlington Methodist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Burlington Presbyterian Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Stephens-Yelton House

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Foster-Sandford House (within shouting distance of this marker); Duncan House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Renaker House (about 300 feet away); Historic Burlington, KY (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Burlington.

Warren LeMay via Flickr/Public domain, July 19, 2020

2. Erastus Tousey House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on November 19, 2021. It was originally submitted on November 19, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 210 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 19, 2021, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.