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Ready to look into the past and learn about the heritage of this fascinating city? We list historic homes, plantations, battlegrounds, and churches that are rich in history and provide for an educational travel diversion.
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 631 S 5th St, Louisville, KY 40202
The Brennan family occupied this three-story Victorian house for more than 85 years. The fascinating structure features artifacts related to the Industrial Revolution, local history, art, and 19th-century family life. The brick Italianate home, built in 1868, features Tiffany lamps, an impressive staircase, and a host of antiques. Attached to the...
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 433 S 5th St, Louisville, KY 40202
Built in 1852, this is the country's third oldest cathedral and downtown Louisville's fourth oldest building. At the time of its completion, the 287-foot spire was the tallest in North America. Remarkable architecture and ornate trappings make this a most beautiful cathedral. Self-guided tours can be conducted during the open hours when services...
Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 914 E Main St, New Albany, IN 47150
This graceful mansion was built in 1867 by local tycoon William S. Culbertson who utilized the home to graciously entertain local dignitaries and guests from around the world. Designed by renowned architects James and William Banes of New Albany, the French Second Empire motif includes hand-painted ceilings, marble fireplaces, crystal chandeliers,...
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 3033 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205
Jeffersonian architecture, craft demonstrations, living history presentations, and storytelling will transport you to another era. Great collection of artifacts, as well. Eat-in facilities and gift shop. Handicapped accessible.
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 7410 Moorman Rd, Louisville, KY 40272
This sprawling, 300-acre site is a tribute to Jefferson County's rich history. The park's crown jewel is the historic Farnsley-Moremen House, a restored 19th century farmhouse overlooking the Ohio River.
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 307 E Market St, Salem, IN 47167
Born in 1838 in Salem, John Hay was a politician, ambassador, and writer. His distinguished career included appointments under Presidents Lincoln, McKinley, and Roosevelt. He was also author of the "Pike County Ballads," an editorial writer for the New York "Tribune," and a successful businessman. His noteworthy accomplishments are commemorated in...
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 561 Blankenbaker Ln, Louisville, KY 40207
Built around 1790, this Georgian mansion and National Historic Landmark was the former home of Revolutionary War hero General George Rogers Clark. Clark is also credited with the founding of Louisville.
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 218 W Oak St, South of Downtown, Louisville, KY 40203
The country's third largest historic preservation district is billed as "America's Victorian Treasure." This amazing outdoor exhibit of Victorian architecture consists of churches, museums, bed and breakfast inns, schools and universities, parks and, of course, thousands of grand homes. Developed between the 1870s and the early 1900's,...
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 729-31 E Washington St, Louisville, KY 40202
Built around 1850, this residence was Edison's home from 1866 to 1867. It offers a fantastic glimpse at his impact on history, science, and communication, especially since much of the work that earned him 1,093 patents is on display. Hands-on exhibits include rare artifacts related to Edison's invention of the light bulb, the movie projector, and...
Category: Historic Sites - Louisville Attractions & Activities
Address: 3110 Lexington Rd, Louisville, KY 40206
Built around 1855, this historic home sits on 11 acres of lush beauty, including a breathtaking tri-level Florentine garden. The home was later converted into a stately, fifteen-room Classical Revival mansion in 1910. Traditional Victorian furnishings throughout.
