National Register Listings in Boone County, Kentucky
Allen, B. M., House
Aylor, A. J., House
Barger, Donald, House
Belleview Baptist Church
Belleview Post Office
Big Bone Lick Archeological District
Big Bone Lick State Park
Big Bone Methodist Church
Blankenbecker-Riley Farm
Blankenbeker, Clinton, House
Blau, Nicholas S. and Gertrude E., House
Boone County Distillery Superintendant's House and Guest House
Botts House
Burlington Historic District
Burlington Historic District (Boundary Decrease, Boundary Increase)
Calvert, B. C., House
Carlton, Jonathan, House
Chamber, Robert, House
Chambers, A. E., Octagonal Barn
Chambers, C. Scott, House and Funeral Parlor
Chambers, Robert, House
Chandler House
Christian Meeting House
Clore House
Clore, Jonas, House
Clore, Jonas, Log House
Code House
Collins, Capt. N., House District
Corn, Allie, House
Crouch, Dr. M. J., House
Delehunty, John, House
Delph, Sam, House
Delph, W. T., House
Dew, Daniel, House
Dinsmore House
Dinsmore, James, House (Boundary Increase)
Early House
East Bend Church
Edwards House
Farmers Bank of Petersburg
Flick House
Florence Fire Station
Florence Hotel
Fowler, Benjamin Piatt, House
Gaines, Benjamin R., Farm
Gaines, Col. Abner, House
George-Vest House
Glore, William Milburn, House
Goodridge, Virginia Corey, House
Gordon's Hall
Gregory, Peter, House
Hamilton School
Hebron Deposit Bank
Hicks, Harvey A., House
Hind, Samuel, House
Hopeful Lutheran Church
Horton, Agnes, House
Hudson House
Huey, D. W., House
Huey, Thomas, Farm
Hughes House
Jenkins-Berkshire House
Johnson, Cave, House
Kirtley House
Kirtley, Rev. Robert E., House
Kite, James William, Store
Lassing, Morris, House
Loder House
Mayhugh, John Clifton and Ann Catherine, House
Mayhugh, John Clifton, House
McKim, W.F. and Florence, House
Milburn, Frank S., Machine Shop
Miller, M., House
Moore, John, House
Norman, L. C., House
Parker, Richard, House
Peters House
Piatt's Landing
Prospect Farm
Rabbit Hash General Store
Rabbit Hash Historic District
Ransom House
Roberts, Thomas Zane, House and Workshop
Rogers, Boone Fowler, Barn
Rogers, James, House
Rolsen, Henry and Agnes, House
Rouse, Dr. Gladys, Office and House
Ryle's Super Market and Oddfellows Building
South Main Street Historic District
Souther, Abe, House
Stephens, J.Q.A., House
Stevenson, Dr. John E., House
Tanner, John, House
Terrill, George W., House
Tomlin, John G., House
Uitz, Ephraim, House
Verona High School
Wallace House
Walton, John J., House
Watts House
Wingate-Gaines Farm District
About Boone County
Boone County Timeline
Boone County, Kentucky, nestled along the Ohio River, has a rich and diverse history that spans centuries. The area was first home to Native American tribes, including the Shawnee and Cherokee, who thrived on the fertile land. European settlers arrived in the late 1700s, with the county being named after American pioneer Daniel Boone.
The county's history saw it become a center for agriculture and trade. By the early 1800s, Boone County emerged as a significant hub for the production of tobacco, bourbon, and hemp. The Ohio River provided a vital transportation route for local farmers to ship their goods to distant markets. This led to the growth of small towns, such as Burlington and Florence, as trading centers and gathering places for the community.
During the American Civil War, Boone County played a notable role. As Kentucky was a border state, its citizens were divided in their loyalties, resulting in conflict and strife. The county witnessed several skirmishes and the occupation of Union and Confederate forces at different times. Despite the challenges of war, the local population managed to rebuild and revive their communities following its conclusion.
In the 20th century, Boone County experienced rapid growth and urbanization. The development of transportation infrastructure, including highways and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, fueled economic expansion. With its proximity to Cincinnati, Ohio, Boone County became an attractive suburban area for residents, leading to significant population growth, commercial development, and the establishment of several industrial centers.
Today, Boone County continues to evolve and thrive. It remains a diverse and bustling community with a blend of urban and rural landscapes, offering a range of amenities and opportunities for its residents. Heritage and historical preservation efforts ensure that the county's rich history is celebrated and preserved for future generations to appreciate.
The county's history saw it become a center for agriculture and trade. By the early 1800s, Boone County emerged as a significant hub for the production of tobacco, bourbon, and hemp. The Ohio River provided a vital transportation route for local farmers to ship their goods to distant markets. This led to the growth of small towns, such as Burlington and Florence, as trading centers and gathering places for the community.
During the American Civil War, Boone County played a notable role. As Kentucky was a border state, its citizens were divided in their loyalties, resulting in conflict and strife. The county witnessed several skirmishes and the occupation of Union and Confederate forces at different times. Despite the challenges of war, the local population managed to rebuild and revive their communities following its conclusion.
In the 20th century, Boone County experienced rapid growth and urbanization. The development of transportation infrastructure, including highways and the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, fueled economic expansion. With its proximity to Cincinnati, Ohio, Boone County became an attractive suburban area for residents, leading to significant population growth, commercial development, and the establishment of several industrial centers.
Today, Boone County continues to evolve and thrive. It remains a diverse and bustling community with a blend of urban and rural landscapes, offering a range of amenities and opportunities for its residents. Heritage and historical preservation efforts ensure that the county's rich history is celebrated and preserved for future generations to appreciate.
Boone County Timeline
This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Boone County, Kentucky.
- 1798 - Boone County was established and named after Daniel Boone.
- 1802 - Burlington became the county seat of Boone County.
- 1811 - The county's first courthouse was constructed in Burlington.
- 1830 - The county seat was moved from Burlington to Florence.
- 1862 - The Battle of Florence took place during the Civil War.
- 1915 - The Ohio River Flood severely impacted Boone County.
- 1943 - The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) opened.
- 1967 - Florence Mall, the first regional shopping center, was built.
- 2003 - Creation Museum, a museum focusing on creationism, opened in Petersburg.
- 2010 - Boone County's population exceeded 100,000 residents.