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Fort Hill, Archaeological site in Franklin County, Kentucky, US.

Fort Hill is an archaeological site in Franklin County, Kentucky, located on elevated ground. The property contains remains from early settlements and is studied by researchers to understand past occupation patterns.

Fort Hill was documented and registered as a significant site in Kentucky's settlement history. The archaeological evidence shows continuous occupation during the region's frontier development period.

Fort Hill contains physical evidence of how communities lived during Kentucky's frontier era. The artifacts found here tell stories of daily life from that period.

The site is accessible to visitors and offers views of the surrounding landscape from its elevated position. Wear sturdy shoes when exploring the grounds, as the terrain requires walking.

The site was selected for protection based on its scientific value for understanding early settlement patterns. This designation allows researchers to study the region's past through the objects and structures they find there.

Location: Franklin County

Website: http://frankfortparksandrec.com/Historic_Sites/Fort_Hill/fort_hill.html

GPS coordinates: 38.20470,-84.87070

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:22

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