The Louisville Water Tower, the world’s oldest ornamental water tower, was constructed in the 1850s to address severe epidemics in Louisville, KY. Engineers Theodore Scowden and Charles Hermany designed it to ensure clean water supply. The structures have undergone restorations and continue to symbolize the city’s commitment to clean water and historical architecture.
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St. Michael’s Catholic Church: A Revolutionary Legacy in Kentucky
A single photo of St. Michael’s Catholic Church led to Revolutionary War Patriot, Clement Gardiner and his family, who impacted various facets of Kentucky history.
Exploring Kentucky’s Historic Runnymede Thoroughbred Farm
My readers all know my love for the “oldest” Kentucky history – the oldest town, oldest tavern, oldest cemetery, etc. So, when I came across the oldest continuously owned thoroughbred breeding farm in Kentucky, I had to make the trip! I grabbed up my mom and my daughter, and we headed for Paris, Kentucky onContinue reading “Exploring Kentucky’s Historic Runnymede Thoroughbred Farm”
Ferguson Mansion: History, Architecture, and Tours at Filson Historical Society
The Filson Historical Society is home to more than historical documents. It’s also home to the Ferguson Mansion, or should we say the Ferguson Mansion is home to the Filson Historical Society?
Exploring Brandenburg, KY: Jailhouse Pizza, Buttermilk Falls, and Historic Landmarks
Brandenburg is a beautiful town situated along the Ohio River where you can dine in an old jail, watch barges move downriver, and walk to scenic waterfalls.
Farmington: Historical Treasure in the Highlands of Louisville
Nestled among quaint neighborhoods and the bustle of traffic is an eighteen-acre historic treasure called Farmington that housed an influential Louisville family and saw a visitor by the name of Abraham Lincoln.