Kentucky Archives | History in Your Own Backyard

Big 4 Railroad Bridge, Louisville, Kentucky

Originally built from 1888-1895, 37 workers lost their lives during the 7 years of construction. The bridge was last used by the rail line in 1969 and since then has been restored and transformed into…[View More]

Millersburg Railroad Bridge, Millersburg, Kentucky

Just south of Millersburg, Kentucky sits an old railroad bridge over Hinkston Creek. Here’s a short video on that bridge.

Old Saw Mill Ghost Road and Phantom Bridge, Myers, Kentucky

The Old Saw Mill Phantom Bridge sits on an abandoned road in north central Kentucky. Hidden back in the woods, without a good road map, you’ll never find the place!

Boone Creek Bridge, North Middletown, Kentucky

In rural Bourbon County, Kentucky sits an abandoned steel truss bridge built in 1913. How much longer can it last???

Peacock Road Overpass, Shawhan, Kentucky

The Peacock Road Overpass is a rare Timber Stringer Bridge in Bourbon County, Kentucky. Once popular in the 1930s and typically designed as a railroad overpass, these bridges have outlived their usefu…[View More]

Claysville Covered Bridge, Claysville, Kentucky

Built in 1874 by Jacob Bower the Claysville Covered Bridge was 307 feet long and spanned the Licking River. The bridge was accidentally burned to the ground after a nearby trash fire ignited debris ab…[View More]

Masterson House, Carrollton, Kentucky

Built in 1792 the Masterson House is the oldest home located along the Ohio River between Cincinnati & Louisville.

Ghent 2nd Baptist Church

The Ghent 2nd Baptist Church is one of the oldest churches in Carroll County, Kentucky.

Historic Ghent, Kentucky

Ghent, Kentucky is Carroll County’s most historic town.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Carntown, Kentucky

Pendleton County, Kentucky has unfortunately lost almost all of its historic buildings over the years. However, the most important building in the county still stands, the Immaculate Conception Cathol…[View More]

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