Irvine
Inscription
Named, 1812, for Col. Wm. Irvine. Member from Madison Co. of 1787 and 1788 conventions that sought separation from Va. and statehood for Ky.; member of Constitutional Convention, 1799. "He had strong hold on affection of people. Few have gone to grave more lamented."
Dedicated May 16, 1863.
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More markers in Estill
Estill Seminary
Irvine, KY
This site approved for Jefferson Seminary by act of Ky.
Battle of Irvine
Irvine, KY
Only Civil War battle in this area.
County Named, 1808
Irvine, KY
For Captain James Estill, gallant soldier and frontiersman.
Red River Iron Works
KY 52, KY
Blackstone and Chandler Furnaces, a single stone structure 60 ft. high, 40 x 60 ft. Twin stacks 50 ft. high, 121/2 ft. across inside.
Station Camp
West Irvine, KY
Indian Trading Post and camping ground.