Historical Marker

McConnell House Complex


John M. McConnell moved from Pa. to Greenupsburg, 1813. Practiced law and served in Kentucky House, 1822-25, and Ky. Sen., 1826-30. In 1831 he purchased 250 acres of land; built this Federal-style dwelling, another brick building for law office, a windmill, and several outbuildings. House listed on Nat'l Reg. of Historical Places. Presented by Heritage Arts, Science, & Tourism Center.

(Reverse) McConnell House Complex - John M. McConnell died in 1834 at the age of 43. In the 1850s, his law office was converted into one of the first private schoolhouses in Greenup County. Ameteck, Inc., purchased house in 1989 and donated it with 1.06 acres to the Heritage Arts, Science, and Tourism Center, 1991. Presented by Heritage Arts, Science, & Tourism.