Historical Marker

Highland Park

In 1890, Highland Park was created for railroad workers when L&N expanded in south Louisville. The neighborhood quickly thrived. In 1950, it had nearly 7,000 residents. The self-sustaining community had churches, schools, grocery stores, saloons, a bank, & a post office. In 1922, the area was annexed by Louisville, after the U.S. Supreme Court dismissed an appeal.

The neighborhood shrunk as the city expanded. The construction of the Kentucky Fair & Exposition Center, the expansion of I-264, and the growth of the Louisville Airport all led to a decline after 100 yrs in neighborhood residents, homes, and businesses. This marks the former northern intersection of Park Blvd and Wawa St.