Historical Markers in Larue County, Kentucky (2024)

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Hodgenville is the county seat for Larue County

Adjacent to Larue County, Kentucky

Green County(19)

Hardin County(93)

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1Kentucky, Larue County, Buffalo — 1114 — Grave of Frontiersman / South Fork Baptist ChurchHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (1)
Grave of Frontiersman. John Walters came to Phillips' Fort ca. 1784. Commissioned lieutenant, 2nd Regiment of Ky. Militia, by Governor Isaac Shelby, 1792. Was in local skirmishes, served under Col. Patrick Brown in 1792, and inWar of 1812. . . . — Map (dbm170686) HM
2Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Abraham Lincoln - As - A - Boy StatueHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (2)
The sculpture of Abraham Lincoln – as – A – Boy was created by the Daub Firmin Hendrickson Sculpture Group, and dedicated May 31, 2008. The Group designed the granite bearing the Gettysburg Address and excerpts . . . — Map (dbm60163) HM
3Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Abraham Lincoln BirthplaceHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (3)
Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809, in a log cabin near Sinking Spring. Growing up in rural Kentucky, his character was shaped by the hard work and tragedy of frontier life. As the 16th president, his policies and politics saved . . . — Map (dbm60085) HM
4Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 1482 — Abraham Lincoln's First SchoolHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (4)
Lincoln's formal education beganin a primitive log cabin near thissite. While the Lincoln familywas living in Knob Creek, he andhis sister Sarah attended ABCschools for a short period of time.First school taught by ZachariahRiney; the . . . — Map (dbm203549) HM
5Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Abraham Lincoln's memory of Knob Creek FarmHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (5)
My earliest recollection. . .is of the Knob Creek place Abraham Lincoln, 1860 Abraham Lincoln’s family moved here from his birthplace at Sinking Spring Farm in 1811, when the future president was just two years old. . . . — Map (dbm60028) HM
6Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — An Enduring SymbolAbraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical ParkHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (6)
John Russell Pope's neoclassical architecture reflects the nation's adulation of Abraham Lincoln and its budding interest in historic preservation after the Civil War. The Lincoln Farm Association constructed this Memorial Building between 1907-1911 . . . — Map (dbm154900) HM
7Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — An Idyllic Frontier SceneAbraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical ParkHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (7)
The Lincolns typified families who settled on the Kentucky frontier m the early 1800s. They built self-sufficient lives around the area's natural resources. At Sinking Spring Farm, they cleared land to raise vegetables, used the trees to build and . . . — Map (dbm154899) HM
8Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 591 — Courthouse BurnedHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (8)
Side One Twenty-two Kentucky courthouses were burned during Civil War, nineteen in last fifteen months: twelve by Confederates, eight by guerrillas, two by Union accident. See map on reverse side. The courthouse at Hodgenville was . . . — Map (dbm79164) HM
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9Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 1096 — HodgenvilleHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (9)
Established in Feb., 1818, by anorder of Hardin Co. Court on 27acres land owned by Robt. Hodgen,tavernkeeper and native of Pa.He erected a gristmill on NolinRiver, 1789, within protection ofPhillips Fort. Hodgenville had itsfirst Post . . . — Map (dbm170883) HM
10Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 1115 — Larue County / County Officials --- 1843 — Birthplace of Abraham Lincoln — Historical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (10)
Larue County Was established March 1, 1843 from part of Hardin County after debate over selection of name. An act to create Helm County honoring John LaRue Helm, then Speaker of the House, was amended by Senate to give the honor instead to . . . — Map (dbm59976) HM
11Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Lincoln and Hodgen's MillHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (11)
When Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809, present day Hodgenville was known as Hodgen’s Mill. It was settled in 1789 on land owned by Robert Hodgen, owner and operator of the mill. This area also included a tavern and a store. Due east of . . . — Map (dbm60045) HM
12Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Lincoln Knob Creek FarmHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (12)
Abraham Lincoln, sixteenthpresident of the United States,lived five years,1811 to 1816, onthis Knob Creek farm.Reference to his Kentucky years,Abraham stated “My earliestrecollection however, is of the Knob Creek . . . — Map (dbm6039) HM
13Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 120 — Lincoln Knob Creek FarmHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (13)
Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) lived on this 228 acre farm, 1811-1816. He wrote in 1860 "My earliest recollection is of the Knob Creek place." A younger brother was born here. — Map (dbm6068) HM
14Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 827 — Lincoln's PlaymateHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (14)
To the west, in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, is the grave of Austin Gollaher, 1806-1898. Lincoln, while president, once said, "I would rather see (him) than any man living." They were schoolmates and playmates when the Lincoln family . . . — Map (dbm152636) HM
15Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Living Off the Land — Lincoln Family at Knob Creek — Historical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (15)
The Lincolns moved to Knob Creek after a title dispute forced them to leave Sinking Spring Farm. Here Thomas Lincoln rented 30 acres of fertile fields, hardly enough land to sustain a family in those times. Thomas and Nancy Lincoln grew corn and . . . — Map (dbm60006) HM
16Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Nancy Lincoln InnAbraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical SiteHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (16)
The Nancy Lincoln Inn is a symbol of devotion to Abraham Lincoln’s family from the early days of auto tourism. In 1928, James R. Howell built the inn, named in honor of Lincoln’s mother, to accommodate increasing numbers of motorists who were coming . . . — Map (dbm71631) HM
17Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — 1098 — Phillips FortHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (17)
A half mile east on North Fork of Nolin River is site of this fort, first settlement in Larue County, built in 1780 by Philip Phillips, surveyor, and company of settlers from Pennsylvania. Used as place of refuge from Indians, it was abandoned and . . . — Map (dbm170921) HM
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18Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Sinking SpringAbraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical SiteHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (18)
Abraham Lincoln probably took his first drink of water from this spring. A dependable water source undoubtedly was an important factor in Thomas Lincoln’s decision to purchase Sinking Spring Farm. The Sinking Spring is an example of a karst . . . — Map (dbm71632) HM
19Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Slavery in the ValleyHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (19)
Abraham Lincoln most likely encountered slavery while living here as a young child in 1811, when Lincoln was two years old, this portion of Kentucky was part of Hardin County. At the time, there were 1,007 slaves in Hardin County, compared to 1,627 . . . — Map (dbm60024) HM
20Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — The Boundary OakHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (20)
Originally thought to be approximately 400 years old prior to its death in 1976, the park cut the remains of this magnificent oak in 1986. However, a study of the growth rings after its removal showed the tree to be approximately 195 years of age. . . . — Map (dbm13262) HM
21Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — The Lincoln TavernHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (21)
Hattie Howell Howard, born about ten miles from here in 1886, grew up hearing local lore about Abraham Lincoln. After her brother James opened the Nancy Lincoln Inn next to Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park, Hattie looked . . . — Map (dbm60009) HM
22Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — The Lincolns at Knob CreekHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (22)
Challenges to land titles were common in Kentucky’s early years, and the Lincoln family experienced these problems firsthand. In 1811, Thomas and Nancy Lincoln moved here, to Knob Creek, with their two children, Sarah and Abraham. They leased . . . — Map (dbm60188) HM
23Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — The Memorial BuildingHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (23)
This building was erected by the Lincoln Farm Association from funds obtained by popular subscription, mostly by American school children. The building, designed by John Russell Pope, was constructed 1909-1911 of Connecticut pink granite and . . . — Map (dbm13259) HM
24Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — The Sinking SpringHistorical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (24)
The Thomas Lincoln family obtained its water supply from this spring; the infant child, Abraham, had his earliest drinks of water from this source. When Thomas Lincoln moved here in 1808, the 300-acre farm already was variously known as "Sinking . . . — Map (dbm13261) HM
25Kentucky, Larue County, Hodgenville — Two Miles South of this town Abraham Lincoln was born ...Historical Markers in LarueCounty, Kentucky (25)
. . . — Map (dbm59996) HM

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May. 11, 2024

Historical Markers in Larue County, Kentucky (2024)

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Historical Markers in Larue County, Kentucky? ›

Hodgenville is known for some of its popular attractions, which include: Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. Abraham Lincoln Boyhood Home at Knob Creek. The Lincoln Museum.

What is Hodgenville known for? ›

Hodgenville is known for some of its popular attractions, which include: Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. Abraham Lincoln Boyhood Home at Knob Creek. The Lincoln Museum.

When was LaRue County KY formed? ›

Was established March 1, 1843 from part of Hardin County after debate over selection of name. An act to create Helm County honoring John LaRue Helm, then Speaker of the House, was amended by Senate to give the honor instead to Gabriel Slaughter.

What county is Hodgenville, KY in? ›

Hodgenville is a home rule-class city in LaRue County, Kentucky, United States. It is the seat of its county.

What president was born in Hodgenville Kentucky? ›

On this day in 1809, 16th president Abraham Lincoln was born near Hodgenville, Kentucky.

Who owns the Lincoln Jamboree in Hodgenville? ›

Joel Ray Sprowls, 93, owner and operator of The Lincoln Jamboree and Joel Ray's Lincoln Village Restaurant of Hodgenville, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Signature Healthcare in Bowling Green, KY.

What is the first oldest city in KY? ›

The City of Harrodsburg Kentucky was founded in 1774 as the first permanent settlement west of the Allegheny Mountains. As Kentucky's oldest town, the city is located in the heart of the Bluegrass Region and is surrounded by rolling countryside, horse farms, historic stone fences, historic architecture and culture.

What county was Kentucky in 1776? ›

Virginia's General Assembly created the county of Kentucky in 1776. It was later divided into multiple counties as population grew, and in 1792 all were incorporated in the new state of Kentucky. The land called Kentucky had been occupied by humans for 15,000 years.

What was the first county in Kentucky? ›

Kentucky County was established on December 31, 1776, and it ceased to exist on November 1, 1780, when it was divided into three separate counties: Lincoln, Fayette and Jefferson.

What cities are in Larue County? ›

What are the demographics of Hodgenville Kentucky? ›

Hodgenville Demographics

White: 86.25% Two or more races: 8.57% Black or African American: 2.74%

What part of Kentucky is Elizabethtown considered? ›

Elizabethtown, city, seat of Hardin county, central Kentucky, U.S., 44 miles (71 km) south of Louisville.

What is the meaning of Hodgenville? ›

noun. a town in central Kentucky: birthplace of Abraham Lincoln.

What is the zip code for Hodgenville, Kentucky? ›

ZIP code 42748 is located in central Kentucky and covers a slightly higher than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density. The people living in ZIP code 42748 are primarily white.

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