Kentucky Historical Markers

Cumberland Falls in Kentucky is one of only 2 places in the world where a moonbow occurs naturally. Please send any questions or comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

According to the 1880 Census, the exact center of the U.S. population was located in Boone County Kentucky. Please send any questions or comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Today we take a look at the life of Confederate General John Bell Hood. Please send questions and comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Today we look at the marker dedicated to Jane Lampton Clemens, who was the mother of Mark Twain. Questions or comments are welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

We have all seen the name Duncan Hines in the grocery store, but did you know he was a real person from Kentucky? I would love to hear from you fine folks! Tell me what you like or don't like about the podcast. My email address is kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Marker # 649 in Woodford County, Ky highlights six Civil War generals. Among them, John Buford, who I consider one of the heroes of Gettysburg. Please send any questions or comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

In 1959, A B-52 loaded with nuclear weapons collided with a KC-135 during a mid-air refueling operation and both crashed in Breckinridge county ,Kentucky. Eight of the Twelve combined crewmembers died as a result. Please contact me with any questions or comments at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

In this episode we tell the fascinating story of the Blue skinned people in the mountains of eastern Kentucky. Please send any questions or comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Did you know a Kentucky Native by the name of David R. Atchison, may have been president of the U.S. for one day in 1849? I would love to hear any comments or questions at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

On this special episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Mr. Jim Seaver of the Kentucky Historical Society.  Jim is the Community Engagement Coordinator and manages the Historical Marker Program.   Any questions or comments can be sent to me at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com You may contact Jim at james.seaver@ky.gov Visit the Kentucky Historical Society website at history.ky.gov&n...

Captain Abraham Lincoln, veteran of the American Revolution, brought his family to Kentucky and settled in Jefferson County near Long Run Creek.  It was here that he was killed by a party of native Americans.  Oh yeah, his youngest son would one day become the father of our 16th president. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Today we talk about when and where Jackie Robinson decided to play professional baseball.  Spoiler alert ... it was in Kentucky! I welcome any questions or comments at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

In this episode, we look at two markers dedicated to the famous Churchill Downs Horse Track.  Home of the Kentucky Derby since 1875. Comments and questions are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

You've probably seen the movie Taken.  Did you know, a real life version of that movie happened right here in the bluegrass just 10 days after the USA was born? I would love to hear any questions or concerns.  Simply shoot me an email to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

In this episode we look at Shelby County and the man it was named after. Comments and questions about this episode or any other are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Bowman Field in Louisville is our topic today.  We talk about 2 historic markers dedicated to the oldest continually operating air field in North America! Any questions or comments are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Kentucky's biggest Civil War battle occurred at Perryville, in Boyle county.  We look at 2 historical markers about the battle. You may contact me with questions or comments at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

The U.S. Bullion Depository is located at the Fort Knox Army post.  In this episode, we talk about historical marker # 1857,  all about the famous gold vault. Please send any questions or comments to kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com. You can access the Historical Marker Database at www.history.ky.gov 

Was Lincoln county Kentucky named for our 16th president?  Seems reasonable, but hold on a minute.  It was named before Abe Lincoln was born.  Listen to find out who it was really named after! Please contact me directly with any questions or comments at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com  For more information please visit https://history.ky.gov 

Virgil Earp, older brother of Wyatt Earp was born in Ohio county in Kentucky.  Listen for a brief discussion of the Earp's Kentucky connection as we look at marker #2612. Any questions or comments are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com For more information please visit www.history.ky.gov 

Did you know that one of the six marines that were captured by an AP photographer, raising the flag on Mt. Suribachi, was a Kentucky native.  Listen for more information about this World War II hero. Questions and Comments are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers.com

We tackle two markers, #113 and #576 about the great pioneer, Daniel Boone.  Both of these markers are located at the Frankfort Cemetery and mark the burial site of Daniel & Rebecca Boone ... or does it?  Listen to find out the mystery! Questions and comments are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Did you know that Meriwhether Lewis, of the famous Lewis & Clark expedition died under mysterious circumstances?  In this episode we discuss marker # 2213 which is approximately where the other half of the famed expedition, William Clark was staying while traveling through Kentucky.  He was here, near modern Graefenburg Ky when he heard about the death of Lewis. Comments and question...

In this first full episode we talk about the Historical Marker #1359, Franklin County, 1795. We discuss a little about the formation of Franklin County and the capital of Frankfort, as well as the creation of Kentucky as the 15th state. Comments and questions are always welcome at kyhistoricalmarkers@yahoo.com

Introducing a new podcast about the history of Kentucky.  We use the state's historical roadside markers as  topics to discuss the broad and far reaching history of the Bluegrass state.  Each episode will be a short discussion about various points of history spurred by the featured marker. Your host is Greg McGaha, a native of Kentucky, currently residing in the capital city of Fran...