Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site

Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site is a protected area in Kentucky featuring a replica cabin, walking trails, and an interpretive center focused on early frontier exploration. The grounds contain several acres with various spaces to explore and learn about pioneer times.

A physician and explorer named Thomas Walker built one of Kentucky's first structures here in 1750 and contributed to European expansion westward. This event marked an important moment in the early settlement of the region.

The site honors early pioneers who ventured into this region through exhibits and educational programs that show how people lived and worked during frontier times. Visitors learn how this settlement connected to the first European explorations moving westward.

The grounds are open year-round for walking and exploring, with picnic tables available at different spots. Visitors should allow time to view displays at the center and take in the outdoor areas.

The site documents the explorer's journal records from his expedition and the founding of this location. Visitors can see the exact spot he described and trace his journey directly.

Location: Kentucky

GPS coordinates: 36.83940,-83.91930

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:48