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Liberty Hall Historic Site is a premier destination for visitors interested in Kentucky history, 19th century life, 18th and 19th century American political history, beautifully restored historic homes, and lush gardens. It is conveniently located just 30 minutes from downtown Lexington and one hour from downtown Louisville. Located in historic downtown Frankfort on the banks of the Kentucky River, Liberty Hall Historic Site was the home of one of Kentucky's most important families. The site contains two houses: Liberty Hall (1796) built by John Brown, one of Kentucky's first United States Senator and the Orlando Brown House (1835), designed by Gideon Shryock, and owned by Senator Brown's second son. In addition to the houses, Liberty Hall Historic Site has grounds that include extensive boxwood and perennial gardens, which lead down to the Kentucky River. Benches are located throughout the garden for those who wish to enjoy a quiet moment among the beautiful plants and flowers.
The mission of Liberty Hall Historic Site is to educate the public by interpreting the life and times of Senator John Brown and his descendants. The site will collect, document, preserve, conserve, and exhibit the social, domestic, and horticultural aspects of Kentucky life, beginning with 1796 at Liberty Hall and 1835 at the Orlando Brown House. Liberty Hall Historic Site is a non-profit organization owned and operated by Liberty Hall, Inc., and The National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. There will be no regular tours from December 24, 2009 through March 18, 2010 . Regular tours resume on Friday March 19, 2010. For school tours, please visit School Programs link.Read the Latest Liberty Hall Historic Site News 11/25/09 - Liberty Hall welcomes kids to Cocoa and Cookies for Cubs, December 5. Read more... 09/23/09 - Kentucky celebrates one year until the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Read more... 08/18/09 - Historic
portraits stolen from Liberty Hall Historic Site.
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Liberty
Hall Historic Site 202 Wilkinson Street Frankfort, KY 40601 or toll-free 888-516-5101 libhall@dcr.net
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