Clermont in Bullitt County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Booker Noe
Dec. 7, 1929 - Feb. 24, 2004
— Grandson of Jim Beam —
Spent more than 50 years overseeing the production of his family's whiskies.
In 1988 Booker introduced his private stock small batch whiskey, "Bookers".
Booker's impact on the bourbon industry reached around the world as this gentle giant shared his knowledge about whiskey and his family.
He loved to fish and share his home with anybody who came knocking.
He lived a rich life with family and friends and of course, his bourbon.
University of Kentucky Sculpture Dept.
Professor: Garry R. Bibbs
Artist Ben Bartlet
Erected by Jim Beam Distillery Company.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical date for this entry is February 24, 2004.
Location. 37° 55.829′ N, 85° 39.19′ W. Marker is in Clermont, Kentucky, in Bullitt County. Marker is on Happy Hollow Road, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 526 Happy Hollow Rd, Shepherdsville KY 40165, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Baker Beam Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Jim Beam (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Action at Bardstown Junction (approx. 2.6 miles away); Salt River Furnace / Iron Made in Kentucky (approx. 2.7 miles away); Mystery Cemetery (approx. 3.1 miles away); Stockade at Belmont (approx. 3˝ miles away); Belmont Furnace / Iron Made in Kentucky (approx. 3.6 miles away); Morgan - On To Ohio (approx. 5.1 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Clermont.
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