Kentucky United States Of America Collection

Market Street, Louisville, Ky. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Market Street, Louisville, Ky. between 1900 and 1910

The Levee, Louisville, Ky. c.between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
The Levee, Louisville, Ky. c.between 1900 and 1910

The Barracks, Fort Thomas, Ky. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
The Barracks, Fort Thomas, Ky. between 1900 and 1910

Lincoln Saving [sic] Bank, Louisville, Ky. between 1900 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Lincoln Saving [sic] Bank, Louisville, Ky. between 1900 and 1910. "Temporary quarters, Lincoln Savings Bank" and "for rent" on third building to left of skyscraper; "B & O

Str. Falls City passing High Bridge, Ky. c1907. Creator: Unknown
Str. Falls City passing High Bridge, Ky. c1907

Mr. and Mrs. F Posey; Baskets, Ky.; A prosperous farmer, 1907. Creator: Unknown
Mr. and Mrs. F Posey; Baskets, Ky.; A prosperous farmer, 1907

Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Creator: Alfred Waud
Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Tourists visit limestone caverns in Kentucky, USA, the longest cave system known in the world: The Lovers Leap; The Altar; The Star Chamber; The Dead Sea; The Vestibule

"Veranda of the cottages", Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1893
Ky. - Mammoth Cave: "Veranda of the cottages", c1893

"On Echo River" (boat with tourists), Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1891
Ky. - Mammoth Cave: "On Echo River" (boat with tourists), c1891

"Kinhicky's Cairn" (stalagmite), Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1891
Ky. - Mammoth Cave: "Kinhicky's Cairn" (stalagmite), c1891

"The Corkscrew" (narrow upward passage), Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1891
Ky. - Mammoth Cave: "The Corkscrew" (narrow upward passage), c1891

"The Bridal Altar" (stalactites), Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1891
Ky. - Mammoth Cave: "The Bridal Altar" (stalactites), c1891

Standing rocks, Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1893. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Mammoth Cave, Edmondson Co. Ky: Standing rocks, c1893. African American man alongside

Heaps of earth - Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1893. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Mammoth Cave, Edmondson Co. Ky: Heaps of earth, c1893

Corkscrew - Mammoth Cave, Edmondson County, Kentucky, c1893. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Mammoth Cave, Edmondson, Co. Ky. - Corkscrew, c1893. An African American man and woman climbing ladders

Mammoth Cave, Kentucky --looking backward, c1891. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Mammoth Cave, Ky.--looking backward, c1891. Looking out entrance of cave toward four people standing at the entrance. (Mammoth Cave is the longest cave system known in the world)

Cutting Burley tobacco and putting it on sticks to wilt... on the Russell Spears farm, Ky. 1940
Cutting Burley tobacco and putting it on sticks to wilt before taking it into the curing and drying barn on the Russell Spears farm, vicinity of Lexington, Kentucky

Field of Burley tobacco on farm of Russell Spears... vicinity of Lexington, Ky. 1940. Creator: Marion Post Wolcott
Field of Burley tobacco on farm of Russell Spears, drying and curing barn in the background, vicinity of Lexington, Kentucky

Burley tobacco is placed on sticks to wilt after cutting... on the Russell Spears farm... Ky
Burley tobacco is placed on sticks to wilt after cutting, before it is taken into the barn for drying and curing on the Russell Spears farm, vicinity of Lexington, Kentucky

Farmers and townspeople in town on Court day, Campton, Ky. 1940. Creator: Marion Post Wolcott
Farmers and townspeople in town on Court day, Campton, Kentucky

Taking burley tobacco in from the fields after it had been cut... Russell Spears farm, Ky. 1940
Taking Burley tobacco in from the fields, after it has been cut, to dry and cure in the barn, Russell Spears farm, vicinity of Lexington, Kentucky

Farmers and townspeople in center of town on Court day, Campton, Ky. 1940. Creator: Marion Post Wolcott
Farmers and townspeople in center of town on Court day, Campton, Kentucky

Mountaineers and farmers trading mules and horses on "Jockey St. ", Campton, Wolfe County, Ky
Mountaineers and farmers trading mules and horses on " Jockey St." near the Court House, Campton, Wolfe County, Kentucky. [Mountaineers here refers to people living in a mountainous area]

George Michael Bedinger, 1806. Creator: Charles Balthazar Julien Fé
George Michael Bedinger, 1806

Cumberland Gap, 1872. Creator: Harry Fenn
Cumberland Gap, 1872. View of the pass through the Cumberland Mountains on the border of Kentucky and Virginia, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Cumberland Gap, from Eagle Cliff, 1872. Creator: Harry Fenn
Cumberland Gap, from Eagle Cliff, 1872. View of the pass through the Cumberland Mountains on the border of Kentucky and Virginia, USA. Covered wagons can be seen on the winding mountain road

Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Creator: W. J. Linton
Scenes in Mammoth Cave, 1874. Tourists visit limestone caverns in Kentucky, USA, the longest cave system known in the world

Cumberland Gap, from the East, 1872. Creator: W. H. Morse
Cumberland Gap, from the East, 1872. Watermill near the pass through the Cumberland Mountains on the border of Kentucky and Virginia, USA. The chimney is clad in timber scaffolding

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Kentucky: A Glimpse into its Past" Step back in time to 1940, as Marion Post Wolcott captures the essence of life in Kentucky. In one frame, we witness the meticulous process of cutting Burley tobacco on Russell Spears' farm. The aroma fills the air as farmers carefully place it on sticks to wilt, a laborious task that symbolizes their dedication and hard work. Moving to another scene, we find ourselves amidst a vast field of Burley tobacco near Lexington. This cash crop dominates the landscape, showcasing Kentucky's agricultural prowess and economic significance during that era. Court day in Campton paints a vivid picture of bustling activity. Farmers and townspeople gather together, exchanging stories and goods while immersing themselves in the vibrant atmosphere, and is here that community bonds are strengthened through shared experiences and mutual support. Journeying further into Wolfe County's heartland, we stumble upon "Jockey St. " Witnessing mountaineers and farmers trading mules and horses evokes images of tradition and self-sufficiency ingrained deep within Kentucky's cultural fabric. The devastating floods of 1937 left Mayfield reeling with destruction. Yet amidst this turmoil, hope emerged from an unexpected source - a canning factory transformed by the Red Cross into a refuge for flood victims. This act of compassion demonstrates Kentuckians' resilience even in times of adversity. Delving deeper into history reveals George Michael Bedinger - his name echoing through time as an emblematic figure who played a significant role in shaping Kentucky's early years. Charles Balthazar Julien Fé immortalized him through his artistic talent, forever capturing Bedinger's legacy for future generations to admire. Cumberland Gap stands tall as both a physical landmark and historical crossroads connecting three states - Tennessee, Virginia, and our beloved Kentucky. Harry Fenn skillfully portrays its majestic beauty from Eagle Cliff.