Trabue, Daniel, House
299 Jamestown St., Columbia, KYAdair County is in the southern part of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Columbia, the county seat, was the home of Daniel Trabue, an early settler and pioneer of the State. He kept a diary of his journey to Kentucky and the events that took place during his first years in the State. Trabue's account of his activities and observations during his early years was used by Lyman Draper in the famous Draper Manuscript collection preserved at the University of Wisconsin.
Trabue was born in Virginia where his grandfather, a religious dissenter, had settled after coming from France via Holland. Trabue and his brother James came with a group of settlers through the Cumberland Gap to Kentucky. James, who headed the group, had heard of Kentucky while he was serving in the British army during Lord Dunsmore's War. Shortly after crossing the Gap the settlers had a brief skirmish with a band of Indians.
Upon arriving at Fort Boonesborough two of the Trabue group left with the Boonesborough salt-making party that was later captured and taken to Detroit. Daniel and James Trabue soon left Boonesborough for Logan's Fort. Daniel Trabue noted in his diary that the supplies at the Logan Fort were more plentiful than they had been at Boonesborough.
Upon the arrival of the Trabues in Kentucky, James Trabue was named commissioner of four garrisons: Boonesborough, Harrodsburg, Logan's Fort, and Lewisburg. Daniel Trabue was named deputy commissioner at Logan's Fort.
In Daniel Trabue's diary, he recounts the siege of Boonesborough and the fears aroused at Logan's Fort by the reported capture of Boonesborough (although this report proved to be false).
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Trabue was born in Virginia where his grandfather, a religious dissenter, had settled after coming from France via Holland. Trabue and his brother James came with a group of settlers through the Cumberland Gap to Kentucky. James, who headed the group, had heard of Kentucky while he was serving in the British army during Lord Dunsmore's War. Shortly after crossing the Gap the settlers had a brief skirmish with a band of Indians.
Upon arriving at Fort Boonesborough two of the Trabue group left with the Boonesborough salt-making party that was later captured and taken to Detroit. Daniel and James Trabue soon left Boonesborough for Logan's Fort. Daniel Trabue noted in his diary that the supplies at the Logan Fort were more plentiful than they had been at Boonesborough.
Upon the arrival of the Trabues in Kentucky, James Trabue was named commissioner of four garrisons: Boonesborough, Harrodsburg, Logan's Fort, and Lewisburg. Daniel Trabue was named deputy commissioner at Logan's Fort.
In Daniel Trabue's diary, he recounts the siege of Boonesborough and the fears aroused at Logan's Fort by the reported capture of Boonesborough (although this report proved to be false).
Architecture; Social History
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
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Kentucky was originally part of Virginia and was known as the "Kentucky County" until it became a separate state in 1792.
About Adair County
Adair County Timeline
Adair County, located in Kentucky, has a rich and diverse history that stretches back centuries. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Shawnee and Cherokee, who used the land for hunting and fishing.
European settlers began arriving in the late 18th century, with the first permanent settlement established in 1792. The county was named after John Adair, a Revolutionary War veteran and politician who would go on to become the eighth governor of Kentucky. Adair County played a role in the War of 1812, as it was a strategic location for military movements.
During the 19th century, Adair County experienced significant growth and development. The introduction of the railroad in the mid-1800s brought increased trade and transportation opportunities to the area. Agriculture became a major industry, with tobacco and hemp being the primary crops. The county also became a hub for education, with the establishment of Adair County Schools and Lindsey Wilson College.
In the 20th century, Adair County continued to evolve. World War II brought changes to the county, as many residents served in the military, while others supported the war effort on the homefront. The post-war era saw the decline of traditional agricultural industries, leading to a shift towards manufacturing and other sectors.
Today, Adair County is a vibrant community that celebrates its history while looking towards the future. It is home to a thriving downtown area, numerous recreational opportunities, and a strong sense of community pride. The county continues to embrace its agricultural roots while also embracing new industries and opportunities for growth.
European settlers began arriving in the late 18th century, with the first permanent settlement established in 1792. The county was named after John Adair, a Revolutionary War veteran and politician who would go on to become the eighth governor of Kentucky. Adair County played a role in the War of 1812, as it was a strategic location for military movements.
During the 19th century, Adair County experienced significant growth and development. The introduction of the railroad in the mid-1800s brought increased trade and transportation opportunities to the area. Agriculture became a major industry, with tobacco and hemp being the primary crops. The county also became a hub for education, with the establishment of Adair County Schools and Lindsey Wilson College.
In the 20th century, Adair County continued to evolve. World War II brought changes to the county, as many residents served in the military, while others supported the war effort on the homefront. The post-war era saw the decline of traditional agricultural industries, leading to a shift towards manufacturing and other sectors.
Today, Adair County is a vibrant community that celebrates its history while looking towards the future. It is home to a thriving downtown area, numerous recreational opportunities, and a strong sense of community pride. The county continues to embrace its agricultural roots while also embracing new industries and opportunities for growth.
Adair County Timeline
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Adair County, Kentucky.
- 1801 - Adair County is established on December 11.
- 1802 - The first settlers arrive in the area.
- 1806 - The town of Columbia is founded and becomes the county seat.
- 1814 - The first courthouse is constructed in Columbia.
- 1838 - A new brick courthouse is built in Columbia.
- 1861-1865 - Adair County residents participate in the Civil War.
- 1887 - The Louisville and Nashville Railroad arrives in Columbia.
- 1931 - The Green River Lake is created by the completion of a dam.
- 1952 - A new courthouse building is constructed in Columbia.
- 1980 - The Adair County Public Library is established.
- 2009 - The Westlake Regional Hospital opens in Columbia.