National Register of Historic Places listings in Carroll County, Kentucky facts for kids

Location of Carroll County in Kentucky

Welcome to Carroll County, Kentucky! This page is all about the special places here that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is a list of important buildings, areas, and sites that have been recognized for their history.

The National Register of Historic Places is like a special club for buildings and places that are important to American history. When a place is on this list, it means it's worth protecting and remembering for future generations. Carroll County has 11 of these amazing spots!

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation's historic places. It is part of a program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America's historic and archaeological resources.

Why are places listed?

Places are listed on the National Register because they are important for many reasons. They might be:

• Very old and show how people lived long ago.
• Connected to important events in history.
• Designed by famous architects or show a special style of building.
• Linked to important people.

When a place is listed, it helps people understand its history and encourages its preservation. It's a way to keep our past alive!

Historic Places in Carroll County

Carroll County is home to several unique places that tell stories about the past. These include old houses, entire neighborhoods, and even farms. Each one helps us learn about the people and events that shaped this area.

Famous Houses

Many of the listed places are historic homes. These houses often belonged to important people or show how homes were built a long time ago.

• Paschal Todd Baker House: This house in Carrollton was listed in 1980.

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• Gen. William O. Butler House: Also in Carrollton, this house belonged to a famous general. It was added to the list in 1976.

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• Richard Masterson House: This house near Carrollton was recognized in 1975.

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• Henry Ogburn House: Another historic home in Carrollton, listed in 1987.

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• Richlawn Farm: This farm in Carrollton was added to the list more recently, in 2000.

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• Stone House on Kentucky River: This unique stone house in Prestonville was listed in 1987.

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• Turpin House: Located in Butler State Park in Carrollton, this house was listed in 1977.

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Historic Districts

Sometimes, it's not just one building that's important, but a whole area! These are called historic districts. They often include many buildings that together show a special part of history.

• Carrollton Historic District: A large area in Carrollton with many historic buildings. It was listed in 1982.

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• Ghent Historic District: The town of Ghent also has a historic district, recognized in 1983.

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• Hunter's Bottom Historic District: This district west of Carrollton was listed in 1976. It even extends into Trimble County!

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Other Notable Sites

• Grass Hills: This historic site is located southeast of Ghent and was listed in 1975.

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