National Register of Historic Places listings in Lyon County, Kentucky facts for kids
Have you ever wondered about really old and important places in your community? The National Register of Historic Places is a special list in the United States. It helps protect buildings, sites, and objects that are important because of their history, architecture, or what they mean to a community.
This page tells you about the historic places in Lyon County, Kentucky, that are on this special list. There are currently three places in Lyon County that have been added to the National Register. These places are recognized for their unique stories and importance to the past.
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Historic Places in Lyon County
Kelly's Suwanee Furnace Office
The Kelly's Suwanee Furnace Office is one of the historic spots in Lyon County. It's located near Kuttawa, Kentucky. This office was part of an old iron furnace operation. Iron furnaces were very important long ago for making iron, which was used to build many things. This site was added to the National Register on August 26, 1971. Its exact address is kept private to help protect it.
Old Eddyville Historic District
The Old Eddyville Historic District is a special area in Eddyville, Kentucky. It's located off Kentucky Route 730. A "historic district" means that a whole group of buildings or an area is important because of its history. This district was added to the National Register on April 30, 1981. It helps preserve the history and look of old Eddyville.
Whalen Site (125-Ly-48)
The Whalen Site is another important historic place in Lyon County, near Kuttawa, Kentucky. This site is known by its special number, 125-Ly-48. Often, sites like this are important for understanding ancient cultures or early human life in the area. The Whalen Site was added to the National Register on January 27, 1983. Like some other historic places, its exact location is kept private to help protect it from harm.
