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Augusta, Kentucky

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History of Augusta

Rosemary Clooney House - Augusta

1928

Childhood home of singer and actress Rosemary Clooney in the small Ohio River town of Augusta, now a museum.

Rankin House

1828

Ripley hilltop home of abolitionist John Rankin, a key Underground Railroad station overlooking the Ohio River.

14.0 mi away

Everything Near Augusta

6 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.

  • Rosemary Clooney House - Augusta · 0.3 mi · Historical Marker

    Childhood home of singer and actress Rosemary Clooney in the small Ohio River town of Augusta, now a museum.

  • Rankin House · 14.0 mi · Historical Marker

    Ripley hilltop home of abolitionist John Rankin, a key Underground Railroad station overlooking the Ohio River.

  • Grant Birthplace · 14.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Believe it or not, this unassuming spot is where a future president first drew breath. Ulysses S. Grant, the man who would lead the Union to victory in the Civil War and later serve as the 18th President of the United…

  • Armstrong Row · 15.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Look closely at this unique row of 11 brick houses you’re passing. It’s a snapshot of Maysville’s booming past and a testament to one man’s vision. This isn’t just a pretty street; it’s a living piece of history. These…

  • Maysville Downtown Historic District · 15.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Ever wondered what a whole town's history looks like woven into its buildings? You're about to drive right into it in Maysville! This isn't just a district; it's a living timeline. Starting way back in 1982, the…

  • Charity's House · 18.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb

    Pull over for a moment to discover the remarkable story of Charity Southgate, a pillar of early Falmouth's Black community, right here at her former home. Charity's House, at 108 Montjoy Street, isn't just an old…

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