Mt. Sterling, Kentucky is another one of our beautiful small towns that’s working to revitalize and preserve its history, all at the same time.
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Visit the Historic Battle for the Bridge Preserve
Tucked in between the Green River and Dixie Highway sits the Woodson Home and Farmland, the site of two major Civil War battles, today known as the Battle for the Bridge.
Visit Versailles: History and Charm in Kentucky
Versailles, Kentucky is another beautiful, quaint small town that is quintessential KY!
Discover Midway, KY: From Railroad Origins to Modern Festivals
Midway, Kentucky was the first town in Kentucky created by a railroad company, and is one of the many historic “main street” towns working hard to keep its history alive.
The Legacy of Bill Monroe and Bluegrass Music
Sitting atop Jerusalem Ridge near Rosine, KY is the family home of William Smith “Bill” Monroe, the “Father of Bluegrass Music.” He was born near there on September 13, 1911. Bill was the youngest of eight children born to James Buchanan “Buck” and Malissa Vandiver Monroe. Buck was a farmer and saw mill operator, owningContinue reading “The Legacy of Bill Monroe and Bluegrass Music”
Lexington Cemetery: Cherry Blossoms and Historical Monuments
As I stated in my previous blog post regarding Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate, we originally planned to visit the Lexington Cemetery to see the cherry blossoms that were in bloom. Once I looked further, I then learned of the historical significance of this beautiful location. Lexington Beginnings Traveling from Fort Harrod in 1775, aContinue reading “Lexington Cemetery: Cherry Blossoms and Historical Monuments”