House of the Loving Heart

Historical marker location:

Elkton, Kentucky

( 200 block of West Main St., Elkton)

Erected in 1927-28, this colonial revival mansion was built in memory of local resident Rebecca Wells Milliken, by her philanthropist daughter. Mary Louise Milliken and husband Samuel Canning Childs also built hospitals and churches throughout the U.S. and abroad. Officially opened in April 1928 in an elaborate two-day celebration.

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Milliken Memorial Community House is thought to be first privately donated community house in America built for that purpose. In addition to providing suitable location for civic groups to meet, the elaborate structure includes an auditorium, ballroom, & library, which was the first in Todd Co. Designed by Geo. Koyl of Marr & Holman Architects.

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