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The Henderson Cotton Mill Workers Housing District

The Henderson Cotton Mill Workers Housing District, located in the seat of Henderson County, Kentucky. This housing district was built between 1883 and 1941 for employees of the…

Powell and Mill

Powell and Mill #Thenandnow

Audubon Mill Park

Audubon Mill Park sits along water street right on the Ohio River in an area that once was the location of John James Audubon’s Saw and Grist Mill….

Henderson Cotton Mill

Henderson Cotton Mill was the city’s largest industry during the 19th century. It was built in 1883, at a cost of $400,000, with a main building 324 feet…

Audubon Saw and Grist Mill

Audubon Saw and Grist Mill was built in 1816 by John James Audubon and his brother-in-law, Thomas Bakewell (Marker #1645). It was a 45 foot by 65-foot stream…

Kentucky Mills

J. H. Fleming & Sons Kentucky Mills located at Fifth and Green Streets 1880’s.

Henderson Woolen Mill

From History of Henderson County:This Company filed articles of incorporation May 2nd, 1882. The company, however, was organized April 15th, 1882. The original officers were: James R. Barret,…

520 / 526 S Main Street

Corner of S Main and Audubon Streets. Sweet Feeds, Farmers Supply Co, the Mill, Duncan’s.

Audubon Mill Park Views

Audubon Mill Park 1937

Audubon Mill Park photo during the flood of 1937. Note the old fountain in the park. Photo by Maclean Dameron. Reference: History of Henderson, KY 1888-1978

Audubon Mill Park Video

Henry Pope Jr Swimming Pool

Approximately 1347 Washington Street – Current location of Golden Glaze Bakery. “Children of the employees needed a place to play so around 1960, Bear Brand built a pool…