Kentucky Archives - Page 10 of 11 - History in Your Own Backyard

Built in 1872 this is the first railroad bridge to span the Ohio River. The bridge was multipurpose as it was used not only by trains but also by street cars, automobile…[View More]

Greyhound Tavern

The Greyhound Tavern was established in 1921 as the Dixie Tea Room. In 1937 the name was changed to the greyhound Grill.

DeWitt Collins Lee Home

The DeWitt Collins Lee Home was built in 1922 and designed by architect Charles F. Cellarius.

Trolley Park, Park Hills, Kentucky

Trolley Park located in Park Hills is a site on the once famous line that ran to Cincinnati, Ohio.

John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge

Built in 1867 this is the oldest bridge on the Ohio River.

Anderson Ferry

The Anderson Ferry began operation in 1817 and has been in constant operation since.

Big Bone Methodist Church

The Big Bone Methodist Church was built in 1888 by the Masons.

Gaines House

The Gaines House in Walton, Kentucky was built in 1814 by Abner Gaines. The home was used as a tavern and stage coach stop.

Boone County Courthouse

The Boone County Courthouse in Burlington, Kentucky was built in 1889 and is the 3rd courthouse on that particular site.

Petersburg Distillery

The Petersburg Distillery began operation in 1817 as the Petersburg Steam Mill Company until 1833 when it was transformed into a distillery. This eventually became the larges…[View More]

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