Goodness, I’m trying to figure out how I am just getting to writing this post from a visit we made at the end of Summer 2025. But, here I am, just getting to it. If you’re one of my followers, you’ve read my posts about Ruby Laffoon’s Cabin, Adsmore House, Rose Hill, and LBL. PaducahContinue reading “Exploring Paducah: A Historical Journey”
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Discover Kentucky’s Historic Mt. Lebanon Farm
A recent visit to Mt. Lebanon Farm in Paris, KY, revealed its historical connection to James Garrard, Kentucky’s second governor. The author toured the home guided by Garrard’s direct descendants, learning about the family’s rich heritage. The experience was enhanced by the warm hospitality of the family preserving the historic site.
Historical Journey Through Freeman Lake Park
A recent visit to Freeman Lake Park in Elizabethtown, KY, revealed the historical significance of the Hardin Thomas House and the Sarah Bush Lincoln Memorial Cabin. The former, linked to Thomas Lincoln, showcases early American architecture, while the latter honors Lincoln’s stepmother. The park serves as a beautiful reminder of Kentucky’s rich heritage.
Benjamin Lawrence and the Legacy of Louisville’s Historic Sites
This story begins with a photograph of an old painting that led to three cemeteries, the remains of an old chapel, and three historic homes. While we all know history is the stories of people, places, and events that intertwine, I was completely surprised by this entangled story. I typically run out of places thatContinue reading “Benjamin Lawrence and the Legacy of Louisville’s Historic Sites”
History of Adsmore House: From John Higgins to a Living Museum
Adsmore House, a historic home in Princeton, Kentucky, was built in 1857 by merchant John Higgins. Over the years, it changed owners, with notable improvements made by the Smith-Garret family. Now a living history museum, the home highlights the family’s long history and is filled with period artifacts.
Visiting Blackacre: Nature and History Combined
The Presley Tyler Home, now Blackacre State Nature Preserve, is located in Jefferson County, KY. Established by Edward Tyler, the site became significant in the 1700s with the settlement’s development. The home features unique architecture and offers visitors insights into 19th-century life through tours and nature experiences.