The McConnell House
McConnell House
Living History and Author Showcase 2013
Saturday November 16, 2013
Time once again runs backwards towards the era of the American Civil War. Honest Abe and General Robert E. Lee will be speaking. Gentlemen in uniform will be accompanied by beautiful women in ball gowns. Mrs. Lee will lead a discussion of the War with other Southern ladies. Live music will be provided by a Union trooper on his antique 1860's guitar. There will be demonstrations of era weapons and medical equipment including, yes, a real Civil War cannon on display.
Where is all of this happening? The McConnell House in Wurtland KY. It is located at the Junction of US 23 and KY 67 between Greenup and Raceland in Greenup County, KY
Built from brick in 1832, the architecture of the home was years ahead of its time. Step one foot indoors and history will seem to spring to life before your eyes.You and your kids can have an adveture here that teaches you more about the Civil War than a year of school. Also that day there will be a signing for local authors. Pick up one of their books as a timely Chirstmas gift.
For more information contact Greenup County Tourism at 606 923 8800 or call Colonel Charles Dahnmon Whitt at 606 836 7997. E-mail the Colonel at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Lady Sharon and Colonel Whitt
McConnell House in Wurtland, Greenup County, KY
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