1937 Federal Hill Home in Bardstown Kentucky

This 1937 postcard beautifully depicts Federal Hill, the stately home in Bardstown, Kentucky that inspired the song “My Old Kentucky Home.” A striking example of Georgian architecture, the mansion was begun in 1796 by John Brown, Kentucky’s first U.S. Senator. Its refined design is attributed to Thomas Jefferson himself, and its elegant halls once welcomed some of the most notable figures in early American history—including Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, Monroe, Jackson, William Henry Harrison, Henry Clay, and Aaron Burr. Preserved with original family furnishings, portraits, and heirloom china, Federal Hill remains a powerful symbol of Kentucky’s cultural and political heritage.

This postcard would look great framed, make a wonderful hostess gift, or make an excellent addition to any collection.

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