Somerset Hall
On May 17th of 2014 , the historical marker for Somerset Hall was presented to the community. Built in 1845 by Louisiana plantation owner William Butler Kenner, Somerset Hall was used as a summer residence for the Kenner family. Often vacant during the winter months, the home was believed to have been used as a stop on the Underground Railroad.
In later years, the home was owned by the Closson family who owned an art and furniture store in Cincinnati.
Elmwood Hall
Unveiled on September 7th, 2020, at 244 Forest Avenue, built in 1820, Elmwood Hall, is Ludlow's oldest structure. Thomas D. Carneal, the original owner, created this classic villa home with its entrance overlooking the Ohio River. In 1827, the residence was purchased by William Bullock of London, England. Bullock planned to create a garden city around the residence to be called Hygeia, but the endeavor failed to create significant interest. In 1831, Elmwood was purchased by Israel L. Ludlow and his wife, Helen Adela Slacum Ludlow. It was the Ludlow's who developed the city around it which is now named in their honor.
Latta Row
The Ludlow Historic Society received a grant in 2017 from the Josephine Ardery Foundation to purchase a home on the historic Latta Block at 232 Elm Street. The Latta Block on Elm Street is a five-unit row of small Victorian houses built in 1884-85 by Luella Latta, daughter of A.B. Latta, an early 19th century engineer-inventor who owned acreage in central Ludlow. Once it was renovated the row house was sold at market rate, giving the Ludlow Historic Society the opportunity to purchase other properties for restoration.
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Tidy Up Ludlow Days
We offer "Tidy Up Ludlow" days, which is a community initiative that brings together residents of Ludlow, Kentucky in a collective effort to beautify their streets. Residents of all ages can actively participate in cleaning up litter, sweeping sidewalks, and sprucing up public spaces. The event not only contributes to the physical cleanliness of the town but also fosters a sense of unity and shared responsibility among the community members.
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