Clermont in Bullitt County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Jim Beam
August 25, 1864 – December 25, 1947
Photographed By Kevin W., December 13, 2023
1. Jim Beam Marker
Inscription.
Jim Beam. August 25, 1864 – December 25, 1947. James Beauregard "Jim" Beam was the fourth generation bourbon distiller and most recognized member of the dynastic Beam family. Utilizing the Beam signature mash bill and knowledge passed down through generations of Beams since they began distilling in 1795, Jim proceeded to rebuild the distillery after prohibition and grow his family's business into the leading bourbon producer in the world., A straight-forward, plain-speaking son of Kentucky, Jim Beam was passionate about two things: family and bourbon whiskey, to this day, his family and his bourbon live on., Artist: Benjamin Bartlett , First Assistant: Martin Gonzalez Jimenez , Foundry: Prometheus Foundry, LLC
James Beauregard "Jim" Beam was the fourth generation bourbon distiller and most recognized member of the dynastic Beam family. Utilizing the Beam signature mash bill and knowledge passed down through generations of Beams since they began distilling in 1795, Jim proceeded to rebuild the distillery after prohibition and grow his family's business into the leading bourbon producer in the world.
A straight-forward, plain-speaking son of Kentucky, Jim Beam was passionate about two things: family and bourbon whiskey, to this day, his family and his bourbon live on.
Artist: Benjamin Bartlett
First Assistant: Martin Gonzalez Jimenez
Foundry: Prometheus Foundry, LLC
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical date for this entry is August 25, 1864.
Location. 37° 55.887′ N, 85° 39.164′ W. Marker is in Clermont, Kentucky, in Bullitt County. Marker is on Jim Beam Way just north of Happy Hollow Road, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 568 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); Booker Noe (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Action at Bardstown Junction
Credits. This page was last revised on December 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 16, 2023, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 46 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on December 16, 2023, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.
