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Allen County Poor Farm

Scottsville, Kentucky • Allen County

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About This Property

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The Allen County Poor Farm, located in Scottsville, Kentucky, is a collection of historic structures that once served as a public institution for the care of the indigent and infirm. The surviving buildings, including a large brick main building and several outbuildings, represent a typical example of county almshouse architecture from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
6.7
Listed Date
11/7/1991
Other Names
Al-276

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Politics/Government
Periods of Significance
1925 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
No
Level - Local
Yes
Level - Not Indicated
No

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