William Whitley House State Historic Site
William Whitley House State Historic Site, Pioneer residence in Crab Orchard, Kentucky.
The William Whitley House features brick walls two feet thick with strategically placed high windows designed for protection against potential attacks.
Built between 1787 and 1794, this Georgian-style mansion stands as the first brick house constructed in Kentucky during early American frontier settlement.
The interior displays detailed craftsmanship with carved eagles on the main staircase and extensive woodwork using walnut and pine throughout the structure.
The state historic site offers guided tours of the mansion, access to walking trails, and educational programs about pioneer life in Kentucky.
The property includes Sportsman's Hill, containing the first horse racing track west of the Appalachians, built in 1788 with a counter-clockwise orientation.
Location: Kentucky
Inception: 1787
GPS coordinates: 37.46806,-84.55000
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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