On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) at East 11th Street, on the left when traveling north on Greenup Street.
Covington native Benjamin F. Howard (1860-1918) was co-founder, with Arthur J. Riggs of Shelbyville of the first national African American Elks organization, called Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elks of the World. Chartered in Ohio, 1899; . . . — — Map (db m174664) HM
Near Madison Pike north of Mary Laidley Road, on the left when traveling north.
Native tribes settled in Northern Kentucky over 12,000 years ago. Banklick Creek and nearby hills were home to deer, bears, and other animals for hunting. The people gathered wild plants & lived in family groups. By the 12th century, tribes lived in . . . — — Map (db m217742) HM
On West 6th Street west of Washington Street, on the right when traveling east.
If liturgy is the lifeblood of Mother of God parish, then music is the air it breathes, lifting us beyond our individual experience and melding us into a faithful family on fire with the Good News of Christ.
Since the mid-nineteenth century . . . — — Map (db m201122) HM
On W 5th Street west of Madison Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Named in memory of James G. Arnold,
Teacher, Benefactor, Man of God, who:
Organized the First Christian Church
in Covington about 1830;
Re-organizd it after it was dispersed
by an epidemic of cholera in 1833;
Built a house of worship on . . . — — Map (db m135364) HM
On Scott Street at East 17th Street, on the left when traveling north on Scott Street.
In 1844 Seneca Austin purchased a sizeable tract of land along the Licking River for $3732.
Illustrated here is the original plat plan of his farm.
The map shows groves of locust for timber, formal garden around his stately home, and . . . — — Map (db m201109) HM
On Riverside Drive west of Garrard Street, on the left when traveling east.
Born in Covington and inspired by the Ohio River, he became famed chronicler of life and people along America's rivers and in Kentucky's mountains. His 22 novels, fables, and works of nonfiction were widely translated. Burman's Steamboat Round . . . — — Map (db m98208) HM
On Riverside Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Mary Greene was born the daughter of a country storekeeper. When she
married Captain Gordon C. Greene, she left the land to make her life and
raise her family on the rivers of America. Captain Mary one of the few
women to become a licensed boat . . . — — Map (db m78667) HM
On Second Street at Kennedy, on the right when traveling east on Second Street.
Built by Thomas Carneal, a founder
of Covington, on land purchased
in 1814 from Thomas Kennedy.
First brick house in the city.
Georgian in concept, style reveals
the influence of the great Italian
architect Andrea Palladio. In 1825
Lafayette . . . — — Map (db m78041) HM
On Riverside Dr., on the right when traveling west.
This great Miami war chief fought to
protect the Indian hunting grounds of
Kentucky and the villages of
southern Ohio from the onrush of
American settlers. Little Turtle twice
led a confederation of Miami,
Shawnee and Delaware Indians . . . — — Map (db m78182) HM
On Riverside Drive, on the right when traveling west.
(Side 1): Reports of Kirby Smith's CSA troops approaching Cincinnati caused panic in September 1862. Gen. Lew Wallace led Union troops and volunteers from rural Ohio (known as "Squirrel Hunters")across Ohio River on a hastily constructed . . . — — Map (db m58144) HM
On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) north of East 6th Street, on the right when traveling north.
This two-story frame house was built in 1839 by John W. Clayton. The original exterior is of shingle siding, though the house has been subject to alterations in both 19th and 20th centuries. During the Civil War, Clayton's daughter, Mary C. Bullock, . . . — — Map (db m171938) HM
On West 6th Street west of Washington Street, on the left when traveling west.
The Catholic Church is more than bricks and mortar; it is the people who, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, bring her mission to life.
But the structure you see before you is a tangible expression of the deeply rooted faith of the German . . . — — Map (db m201120) HM
On West 7th Street at Washington Street, in the median on West 7th Street.
In 1834, Ky. chartered Covington & Lexington Turnpike Road Co. to build artificial road. Macadamized turnpike finished in early 1850s. Was important in moving farm goods from the Bluegrass, notably hogs and cattle to Covington and Cincinnati, then . . . — — Map (db m172560) HM
On Scott Boulevard at Roebling Way on Scott Boulevard.
Joined the Federal League in 1913. Home games were played at Federal Park at Second and Scott Streets. Defeated St. Louis in the home opener 4-0 on May 9, 1913. Sam Leever was the team's manager. Covington native Adolph Thoss played right field. . . . — — Map (db m98127) HM
On East Third Street near Sanford Alley, on the left when traveling east.
“He’ll live wherever boyhood pitches tent beside a stream and fire is made by friction and coffee needs no cream.”
Edgar A. Guest
Daniel Carter Beard spent much of his youth in the
house behind this statue. He played in . . . — — Map (db m78103) HM
On East 3rd Street at Sanford Alley, on the left when traveling east on East 3rd Street.
Boyhood home of "Uncle Dan," youth leader, outdoorsman, artist and author. Born in Cincinnati and later came to Covington to live. Inaugurated Boy Scout movement in America, 1905, and was one of first National Commissioners of the Boy Scouts of . . . — — Map (db m174736) HM
On Madison Avenue at East 6th Street, on the left when traveling south on Madison Avenue.
Humanitarian who stood on this corner
in snow sleet, rain and zero temperature
collecting monies to help the
unfortunate blind of this community
for 30 years. — — Map (db m135401) HM
On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) at Lynn Street, on the left when traveling north on Greenup Street.
Born in Missouri, Randolph earned a medical degree from Meharry College in Nashville, Tenn., in 1917. He moved to Covington in 1922 and opened an office on Greenup St., where he practiced for 59 years. He was the first African American physician at . . . — — Map (db m174665) HM
On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) north of East 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
1911 birthplace of Durward Kirby. Spent childhood days on Greenup St. Attended St. Benedict School. Moved to nearby Ft. Thomas during adolescence. Later became nationally known broadcaster. Started at WLW radio where he reported news about 1937 . . . — — Map (db m201110) HM
On Roebling Way (Kentucky Route 17) at Greenup Street, on the right when traveling north on Roebling Way.
Covington's first permanent city hall erected on this site in 1843: one of first in entire Ohio Valley. During Republican State Convention in 1860, fiery emancipationist Cassius M. Clay spoke here. Almost eighty years later, on June 3, 1938 (in . . . — — Map (db m101812) HM
On Greenup Street at Fifth Street on Greenup Street.
Congregation first used public school house, ca. 1805. The first building was erected, 1832, on Garrard St., then replaced by one on Scott St., 1843. Church split over slavery, 1846. M.E. Church South remained on Scott St,; Union M.E. group located . . . — — Map (db m101808) HM
On Philadelphia Street just south of 5th Street, on the right when traveling south.
City was home to internationally
known artist. Early artistic work
was painting and carving altars for
Catholic churches. At age 21, he
went to Munich to study; in 1878,
founded art school there. Married
Elizabeth Boott, also an . . . — — Map (db m171923) HM
On Philadelphia Street at West 6th Street, on the right when traveling south on Philadelphia Street.
This 100-foot tower was built in 1979, and
is a recreation of a European Style
Glockenspiel Clock Tower. Funded by the
state of Kentucky, it was built as the
anchor attraction for our German
storybook inspired neighborhood
redevelopment . . . — — Map (db m181035) HM
On Willard Street at Lockwood Street, on the right when traveling south on Willard Street.
Organized as a Reformed Church and German language day school. Cornerstone laid July 13, 1862. Victorian Gothic church second oldest in Covington still used by founding congregation. Dedicated Palm Sunday, 1863. Construction interrupted when this . . . — — Map (db m174600) HM
On Greenup Street north of 6th Street, on the right when traveling north.
From 1859 to 1873 this was the home of Jesse Root and Hannah (Simpson) Grant, parents of General Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States. Jesse served as the Postmaster of Covington from 1866 to 1872. Gen. Grant's sister, Mary, . . . — — Map (db m174671) HM
On Riverside Drive at Garrard Street, on the left when traveling west on Riverside Drive.
Plaque #1
(APA logo)
the American Planning Association,
through Great Places in America,
designates
Historical Licking Riverside
Neighborhood
Covington, Kentucky
as a Great Neighborhood
2013
Plaque #2
Seven historic . . . — — Map (db m78756) HM
On Philadelphia Street at West 5th Street (Kentucky Route 8), on the right when traveling south on Philadelphia Street.
The composer of "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town" was a native of Covington. He attended local school, became a printer, and later employed by Cincinnati Times-Star and N.Y. Times. Gillespie's songs carried Americans through Great Depression and World . . . — — Map (db m181033) HM
On West Robbins Street at Banklick Street, on the right when traveling east on West Robbins Street.
World-renowned artist Henry Farny lived and painted in his studio at 1029-1031 Banklick Street from 1890 to 1907. Look over your right shoulder to the southwest at the frame duplex with a picket fence at 1029 Banklick. That building now occupies the . . . — — Map (db m187389) HM
On Madison Avenue (Kentucky Route 17) north of Levassor Place, on the right when traveling north.
Holmes High School
This is one of Kentucky's earliest tax-supported, coeducational, public high schools. It was founded as Covington High School in 1853, at Scott and 1lth Sts. Present name adopted when moved to this site. Campus is former . . . — — Map (db m174635) HM
On Church Street at East 36th Street, on the right when traveling north on Church Street.
This parish, established 1890, spurred the growth of Latonia community. Benedictine Sisters came here to teach in 1891. Original two-story church and school on west side of Longworth, now Church St. Present church was completed, 1908, under Fr. . . . — — Map (db m174644) HM
On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) at East 9th Street, on the left when traveling north on Greenup Street.
This prominent black businessman
owned and operated a lumberyard
at 426-428 Madison Avenue. As a
Baptist minister, Price was major
figure in development of city's
black churches. He was also a
leader in obtaining free public
education for . . . — — Map (db m174669) HM
On Riverside Drive at Kennedy Street, on the left when traveling east on Riverside Drive.
The life of this one man summarizes the experiences of millions of
Afro-Americans. Born in Africa in the early Nineteenth Century, slave traders
brought Bradley to America as an infant. By the time he was 18 years old,
Bradley managed his . . . — — Map (db m135910) HM
On Court Avenue (Kentucky Route 17) 0.1 miles north of East 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north.
John A Roebling (1806-1869), pioneer civil engineer, was the designer and builder of the Covington-Cincinnati Suspension Bridge which was completed in 1866. It served as the prototype for Roebling’s design of the Brooklyn Bridge, which was complete . . . — — Map (db m55563) HM
Home of John Griffin Carlisle, born Kenton County 1835, died New York City 1910. U. S. Representative 1877-90, Speaker 1883-89; Senator 1890-93, Secretary of the Treasury 1893-97. Buried Linden Grove Cemetery, Covington. — — Map (db m174602) HM
On Shelby near Riverside Dr., on the right when traveling north.
“Nature must be seen first alive, and well studied,
before attempts are made at representing her.”
Best known as a painter of birds and most
notably for his series called the Birds
of America. Audubon came to the . . . — — Map (db m78177) HM
On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) north of Sanford Alley, on the right when traveling north.
Scene of early political career, 1847-65. From this home and office base, Stevenson represented Kenton County in legislature and 1849 Constitutional Convention and served in U. S. House. He became It. governor, 1867, and governor upon Helm's death. . . . — — Map (db m174710) HM
On Riverside Drive, on the left when traveling west.
(artwork)
Built in the year 1791 by Thomas Kennedy
one of the first settlers at the confluence
of the Licking and Ohio Rivers. He operated
the first ferry crossing the Ohio and his
house was a stopping place for travelers
journeying . . . — — Map (db m78998) HM
On Winston Avenue (Kentucky Route 16) at West 38th Street, on the right when traveling south on Winston Avenue.
This track, l883-1939, known as one of world's foremost race tracks; two yearly meets, spring-summer and late fall. Leonatus won Hindoo Stakes, 1883. Greatest attraction was Latonia Derby, 1˝ mile event. Winners included Broadway Jones, Gallant . . . — — Map (db m174659) HM
On 13th Street at Lee Street, on the right when traveling east on 13th Street.
Founded in 1843 on land owned by the Western Baptist Theological Institute, this is the final resting place of American veterans since the War of 1812. In 1997, the GAR and veteran's monuments were placed on the National Register of Historic . . . — — Map (db m172003) HM
On Philadelphia Street at West 6th Street on Philadelphia Street.
Brothers John (1896-1968) and Joe (1900-1970) Heving of Covington made it to the big leagues. John began major league career, 1920, as catcher, while Joe made his debut, 1930, as pitcher. Several teams benefited during their careers of 8 and 13 . . . — — Map (db m98035) HM
On Garrard Street at Sanford Alley, on the right when traveling north on Garrard Street.
Community leader and author Mary Florence Taney, born in Campbell Co. in 1856 lived here. She wrote Kentucky Pioneer Women and the lyrics for the "Kentucky State Song." Taney served as state's first female Notary Public. After her death in . . . — — Map (db m174737) HM
On W 6th Street west of Washington Street, on the right when traveling east.
Mother of God Church. Full title: The Annunciation of the Ever Virgin Mary, Mother of God. Organized 1841 by Rev. Dr. Ferdinand Kuhr. Mother church of German parishes and second parish in Covington. First church built 1842. One-story brick . . . — — Map (db m135712) HM
On Garrard Street north of Riverside Drive, on the right when traveling north.
In 1967 George Dreyer, Ben Baker and Luella LeVee formed the League to promote the arts,
heritage and culture of Northern Kentucky. Projects included the Duveneck display at the Covington Library, cataloging landmarks and original homes, a walking . . . — — Map (db m174712) HM
On East 7th Street east of Madison Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Catholic converts Henrietta Cleveland and Sarah Peter, with Bishop George Carrell, founded St. Elizabeth Hospital on this site in Jan. 1861. The Sisters of the Poor of St. Francis converted a vacant grocery store to serve those in need, including . . . — — Map (db m171959) HM
On Scott Boulevard just south of 5th Street, on the left when traveling south.
Richard Collins became
famous
for his authoritative “History of
Kentucky”. Continued the work of
his father, Lewis Collins, who in
1847 published a history of the
state. Born in Maysville in 1824,
Richard became a newspaper . . . — — Map (db m171957) HM
On Emma Street west of Main Street (U.S. 25/42), on the right when traveling west.
Designed and built by Onerias Powell, this house stood on the largest settled estate of its time. Since then the home has been the residence of General John W. Finnell, Councilman Joseph Jonas, and dignitaries of the Northern Kentucky area. The . . . — — Map (db m187387) HM
On East Southern Avenue at DeCoursey Avenue (Kentucky Route 16), on the right when traveling west on East Southern Avenue.
Named for Henry Ritte's saloon at five-corner intersection, this area has been hub of Latonia commerce since 1880s, when original Latonia racetrack (1883-1939), one block away, started. The opening of a section of Covington and Lexington R. R. in . . . — — Map (db m174650) HM
On Philadelphia Street at West 6th Street on Philadelphia Street.
Robert L. Surtees. 1906-1985. This famous cinematographer won three Academy Awards during a 54-year career in the motion picture business. Surtees, a Covington native, distinguished himself as a specialist in color photography. He won Academy . . . — — Map (db m98036) HM
On Riverside Drive at Riverside Place, on the right when traveling west on Riverside Drive.
First bridge to span Ohio River,
connecting Kentucky and Ohio. John
Augustus Roebling engineer, Amos
Shinkle, president of Covington-
Cincinnati Bridge Co. The formal
opening of this bridge celebrated,
Jan. 1, 1867. A prototype for . . . — — Map (db m78978) HM
On Russell Street south of West Robbins Street, on the left when traveling south.
Sandford House
Built in early 1800s by Major Alfred Sandford. Land originally owned by his father, Gen. Thomas Sandford, who was first member of Congress from Northern Ky. In 1835 house purchased by the Western Baptist Theological Institute . . . — — Map (db m174604) HM
On Garrard Street (Kentucky Route 8) at East 4th Street (Kentucky Route 8), on the left when traveling north on Garrard Street.
Senator Richard P. Ernst
Born in Covington, Ernst was a lawyer, banker, philanthropist, & women's-rights proponent. Leader of the Covington YMCA for 42 years, he was a member of the Kenton Co. Bar Assoc. & Industrial Club. U. S. Senator, . . . — — Map (db m174679) HM
On Linden Grove Cemetery, on the left when traveling west.
[Front]
To the citizens of Covington:
in honor of their fallen brother and all
American veterans of the Korean War
who devoted themselves and their lives
to our nation's freedom
Eva G. & Oakley B. Farris
[Left side] . . . — — Map (db m174610) WM
On Riverside Drive at Garrard Street, on the right when traveling east on Riverside Drive.
Simon Kenton
April 13, 1755 – April 29, 1836
Simon Kenton, for whom Kenton
County is named, stands with
Daniel Boone and George Rogers
Clark as a leading figure in the
opening of the West. Kenton entered
Kentucky in 1771 as a longhunter . . . — — Map (db m78628) HM
On Riverside Drive, on the right when traveling east.
(DAR emblem)
Erected to the memory of
Simon Kenton
May 15, 1755 – April 1836
Pioneer and Patriot
by Elizabeth Kenton Chapter
Daughters of the American Revolution — — Map (db m241660) HM
On Main Street at West 6th Street, on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
SLAVE ESCAPE
On a snowy night in January 1856,
seventeen slaves fled, at foot of
Main Street, across frozen Ohio
River. Margaret Garner was in this
group. When arrested in Ohio, she
killed little daughter rather than
see her returned to . . . — — Map (db m130077) HM
On Linden Grove Cemetery, on the left when traveling west.
Sons of Union Veterans
of the Civil War
Department of Kentucky
Nelson-Garfield Memorial
Camp #3
dedicated
this 29th of May 2000
to the cherished memory of
the loved and lost, who have
laid so costly a sacrifice
upon the altar . . . — — Map (db m174614) WM
On Lindren Grove Cemetery, on the left when traveling west.
"You triumphed over obstacles
which would have overcome men
less brave and determined."
— President McKinley
Erected in honor of
the veterans of the Spanish-American War
by
Grafton W. Reed Aux. No. 9 — U. S. W. V. . . . — — Map (db m174607) WM
On West Pike (U.S. 42), on the right when traveling north.
Side A
St. John the Evangelist Church
In 1848- 49 German- Catholics of
Mother of God Church, Lewisburg,
founded Stes. Peter and Paul
School. In 1854, St. John Parish
was created. Fr. Wm. Robbers
(pastor 1879- 1903) was . . . — — Map (db m78036) HM
On Philadelphia Street north of West 6th Street, on the right when traveling south.
According to legend, the town of Hamelin, Germany was once
infested with rats. In desperation, the townspeople agreed to pay
a piper to rid it of the vermin. He accomplished the task
with the aid of his pipe, but the people refused to pay. . . . — — Map (db m146238) HM
On Riverside Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Side A
The Point
Confluence of Ohio and Licking
Rivers. Christopher Gist, Agent
of the Ohio Company, was first
white man known to have set foot
on Point, 1751. The Lieutenant of
Kentucky Co., Va., Col. John Bowman,
led . . . — — Map (db m78212) HM
On Madison Avenue just north of East 4th Street (Kentucky Route 8), on the left when traveling south.
Parish organized, Nov. 24, 1842. Cornerstone of first church laid June 24, 1843. Gothic windows of the church sanctuary dedicated vestryman John W. Stevenson, governor and U.S. senator. Bishop Benjamin B. Smith consecrated the building in 1860. Bell . . . — — Map (db m172555) HM
This Covington native won a Tony
Award in 1956 for performance in
Broadway's "The Ponder Heart” and
received an Oscar nomination, 1962,
for "Summer and Smoke.” With her 66
motion pictures, Merkel (1903-1986)
represented successful . . . — — Map (db m130336) HM
In memory of the veterans
of the War Between the States
1861 — 1865
by
Norman-Barnes Post No. 70
the American Legion
Dedicated May 30, 1933 — — Map (db m174615) WM
On Philadelphia Street just south of 5th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Goebel began his legal career in this building and advanced through ties to notable leaders. Born in Pa. in 1856, Goebel rose from poverty. Elected to state senate in 1887, he served as president pro-tem of that body, 1894-1900. In the 1890-91 . . . — — Map (db m171929) HM
On Greenup Street (Kentucky Route 17) at East 9th Street, on the right when traveling north on Greenup Street.
William L. Grant
Wm. Grant (1820-82), Covington city clerk, councilman, and state rep., supported public education for black children. He deeded land on Seventh Street for elementary school, which opened 1880; renamed Lincoln School 1909. A . . . — — Map (db m174668) HM
Near Buttermilk Pike (Kentucky Route 371) at Collins Road, on the right when traveling west.
This Marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation.
1775 - 1783.
Presented by Rebecca Bryan Boone Chapter . . . — — Map (db m234567) WM
On Crescent Avenue at Locust Street, on the right when traveling north on Crescent Avenue.
The Cincinnati Southern Railroad built depot, and it opened in 1877. This is the last wooden depot between Cincinnati and Chattanooga. Passenger service between these two cities started in 1880. After depot had served for over 100 years, Norfolk . . . — — Map (db m136041) HM
On Crescent Avenue north of Erlanger Road and Dixie Highway (U.S. 42), on the right when traveling north.
Erlanger Depot. The Cincinnati Southern Railroad
built depot, and it opened in 1877.
This is the last wooden depot
between Cincinnati and Chattanooga.
Passenger service between these
two cities started in 1880. After
depot had served for . . . — — Map (db m136039) HM
On Stevenson Road (Kentucky Route 236) east of Dixie Highway (Route 42), on the left when traveling east.
In 1826 this two-story brick home
was built beside an Indian trail.
Its builder, Major William Thornton
Timberlake, in War of 1812, helped
to develop toll road which became
Dixie Highway. Home of son-in-law,
Dr. John H. Stevenson, first . . . — — Map (db m136078) HM
On Fort Mitchell Avenue at Edgewood Road, on the right when traveling west on Fort Mitchell Avenue.
In the Confederate effort to gain control of Central Ky., Gen. Heth and troops reached outskirts of Covington Sept. 6, 1862 as threat to the North. Object was to hold USA troops here and prevent their moving to resist Bragg's forces nearing . . . — — Map (db m174596) HM
On Dixie Highway (U.S. 25/42) south of Beechwood Road, on the right when traveling south.
Confederate Financier. Eli Metcalfe Bruce, vital link to equipment and food for Southern cause, is buried nearby in Highland Cemetery. He amassed a fortune in meatpacking before War, then moved plants south. He acquired blockade runners to . . . — — Map (db m174595) HM
On Fort Mitchell Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This Centennial Mark is to proclaim Fort Mitchell Country Club's historical significance and place in the community.
March 27, 2004
On this day we assembled to honor the past, enjoy the present, and anticipate the future of the Fort . . . — — Map (db m174597) HM
Near Grandview Drive north of General Mitchel Lane.
Park named for General Mitchel,
(1809-62), who assisted in Union
defense of Cincinnati during Civil
War. Ft. Mitchell, one of 7 forts
erected around city, named for him.
Born in Ky.; graduate of West Point
and served in Mexican War. A . . . — — Map (db m174593) HM
On Old Kentucky Route 17 at Madison Pike (Kentucky Route 17), on the right when traveling north on State Route 17.
The route was tagged as the 3-L Highway in 1921, before state or federal roads were in Ky. To help tourism by car, white signs with blue Ls were placed along roads connecting Louisville, Lexington, & Latonia. Travelers could reach Churchill Downs, . . . — — Map (db m201105) HM
On Dixie Highway (U.S. 42) south of Rivard Road, on the right when traveling north.
Near here stood old Ft. Mitchel, erected Oct., 1861. Scene of several skirmishes between CSA forces under Gen. Henry Heth and USA troops under Gen. Lew Wallace
Sept., 1862. Major anchor in a line of seven forts defending Cincinnati. They ran along . . . — — Map (db m78030) HM
On Highland Paike (Kentucky Route 1072) at Kyles Lane (Kentucky Route 3187), on the right when traveling south on Highland Paike.
Near here stood Fort Wright, built in Sept. 1862 by Union troops to help defend Cincinnati area from advancing Confederate armies. Fort named for Maj. Gen. Horatio G. Wright, USA, who later was chief engineer for completion of the Washington . . . — — Map (db m171492) HM
On Madison Pike (Kentucky Route 17) south of McCullum Pike (Route 2045), on the right when traveling north.
County named, 1840, for Gen. Simon Kenton, 1755–1836. Pioneer of area. Born in Virginia. At 16, thinking he had killed a man, fled beyond Alleghenies becoming companion of Daniel Boone and other early pioneers of Kentucky. Scout for Gov. . . . — — Map (db m136086) HM
On Madison Pike at McCullum Pike (Kentucky Route 2045), on the right when traveling north on Madison Pike.
For God and country
In Memoriam
With solemn pride
and gratitude we pay
tribute to those who
have served their
country in order that
freedom shall not
perish from the Earth — — Map (db m187439) WM
On Forest Avenue east of Butler Street, on the left when traveling east.
Thomas D. and Sally Carneal built this classical villa from 1818-20, facing the Ohio River on a 968+ acre farm. In 1827, Wm. Bullock of London purchased the estate and planned a garden-town called Hygeia. It failed. In 1831-36, Israel Ludlow, Jr. . . . — — Map (db m174599) HM
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