Leitchfield Landmarks
Inscription
Leitchfield was laid off 1810, and named for David Leitch, prominent landowner and founder of Leitch's Station. His estate gave land for Grayson's county seat. Site chosen because of fresh water springs, particularly "Big Spring" nearby. Grayson's first circuit court met under large oak tree on this hill; Judge Henry P. Broadenax presided.
Town was incorporated in 1866.
Location
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More markers in Grayson
Shaw's Station
Leitchfield, KY
Named for Benham (Bonum) Shaw, this pioneer settlement (today's Leitchfield) was located at the headwaters of Beaver Dam Creek.
Jack Thomas House
Leitchfield, KY
First story, east wing of house, was the earliest brick residence in Grayson County.
"The Cedars"
Leitchfield, KY
Built in 1847 by Benjamin Lone Rogers, around a log cabin that dates back to 1789.
Revolutionary War Soldier
Falls of Rough, KY
George Eskridge, born in Virginia in 1763, served in Revolutionary War, having enlisted in the Virginia Continental line at an early age.
County Named, 1810
Leitchfield, KY
For Col. William Grayson, 1740-90, aide-de-camp to Gen. Washington.