Lexington, KY, United States
Cheapside. A log schoolhouse on east side of public square was one of first buildings outside fort walls, 1782. Here, the first teacher, John McKinney, was attacked by a wildcat. A stone market house was built in 1795, and the surrounding square became a popular trading center. Court day was held ea
ch month until 1921. See over. Presented by Lexington-Fayette Co. Historic Commission. (Reverse) Lexington Courthouses - East of Cheapside is the public square, where courthouses of Lexington have sto
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