Woodford County Courthouse

On this courthouse square in 1790 Jesse Graddy built, of logs, first of county's four courthouses. Total cost was $22.50. James and Henry Thompkins completed second one, of stone, 1794. Third hall of justice, built of brick in 1812-13, cupola with clock added by 1846; other additions later. Structure burned 1965. Present courthouse completed 1970 by Gault Bros. of Lexington.

Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street (U.S. 62) and Court Street on South Main Street.

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