Historical Sites

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace
The Birthplace Unit demonstrates Lincoln's humble beginnings with a symbolic birth cabin enshrined within a neo-classic Memorial Building.
Daniel Boone Station
Daniel Boone and his family endured many hardships while living at Boone's Station. Both his son Israel, and nephew Thomas Boone were killed at the Battle ...
Old Fort Harrod
In 1774, James Harrod established the first permanent settlement west of the Alleghenies in what would become Central Kentucky.
White Hall Historic Site
Revolutionary War veteran General Green Clay first built his home Clermont in 1798-99.
Perryville Battlefield
History of Perryville and the Perryville Battle including photos and eyewitness accounts.
Historical Society
To identify, preserve, protect, promote, and present the ideas, arts, and artifacts of Kentucky's heritage.
Historic Bridges
map of historic bridges in Kentucky
Natl Register of Historic Places
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