D. W. Griffith House

The D.W. Griffith House is a two-story residential building in La Grange, Kentucky, preserving architectural elements from the early 1900s. The structure displays typical features of its era with maintained details that reflect the character of a home from that period.

The house was built in 1905 and initially drew little attention until the family of a famous filmmaker moved in. During the 1930s and 1940s it became an important place in the family of a man who fundamentally changed cinema.

The house connects to a pioneer of early cinema whose work shaped film history. Visitors can see how a filmmaker of the early 1900s lived and what role Kentucky played in his life.

The house sits in a historic district of La Grange where you can walk around and explore several sites from different periods. It is easy to reach and fits well into a visit to the town's other preserved buildings.

A concrete walkway to the house bears the original signature of a famous filmmaker carved into it over 80 years ago. This detail shows how a historical figure marked their home and makes the place more personal.

Location: Kentucky

GPS coordinates: 38.40833,-85.38389

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07