Frankfort in Franklin County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)

Site Of Love House

Photographed By Dave Knoch, June 14, 2015

1. Site Of Love House Marker

Inscription. First meeting of the Legislature, after Frankfort made capital, held here, 1793, when owned by Andrew Holmes. Built about 1786 by General James Wilkinson. Purchased in 1797 by Major Thomas Love and wife. It was for years an inn and center of political and social life for the capital. The exiled French Prince Louis Philippe and Aaron Burr were among guests. In use until 1870.

Erected 1968 by Kentucky Historical Society, Kentucky Department of Highways. (Marker Number 1182.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1793.

Location. 38° 11.921′ N, 84° 52.901′ W. Marker is in Frankfort, Kentucky, in Franklin County. Marker is at the intersection of Wapping Street and Wilkinson Street, on the left when traveling west on Wapping Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 503 Wapping Street, Frankfort KY 40601, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Garden Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Bibb Burnley House (within shouting distance of this marker); Part of the Corner in Celebrities Historic District (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct

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line); Liberty Hall / John Brown (1757-1837) (about 400 feet away); Lafayette's Tour (about 400 feet away); Liberty Hall (about 400 feet away); Vest-Lindsey House (about 500 feet away); Corner In Celebrities (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Frankfort.

Site Of Love House from Opposite Corner image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Dave Knoch, July 7, 2015

2. Site Of Love House from Opposite Corner

Credits. This page was last revised on September 17, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 9, 2015, by Dave Knoch of Scott County, Kentucky. This page has been viewed 598 times since then and 60 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 9, 2015, by Dave Knoch of Scott County, Kentucky. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.