Lexington and Cane Run Historic District

Harrodsburg, KY

The district is important for its association with the residential development of Harrodsburg outside of the original plat of the town. The district illustrates the growth of Harrodsburg from the town plat out to the first “suburbs”, and the relationship between the residents in the district and the commercial and industrial growth of the county. Seventy-five buildings are listed in this district encompassing 14 different architectural styles. The NRHP application includes an inventory of all the lots in this district and lists building date, outbuildings, exterior material, height, type of floor plan and alterations done to the property.