Historical Marker

Lindsay's Station


Anthony Lindsay chose this site for his station, built about 1790. lt was located near Lecompte's Run, a branch of the Elkhorn named for Charles Lecompte, who was here with William McConnell and others in 1775. The station was on old buffalo trace, leading north to Ohio River, and was a regular stop for travelers and traders. Lindsay's grave is 100 yds. north.

Installed May 15, 1964.