The Coe Family
In 1811, John Coe (1784-1854), arrived in Cumberland County with at least 3 people he enslaved. They grew dark tobacco, cotton, oats, wheat and corn. The plantation thrived because of the talents of Sukey, Patsy An, Ezekiel, Betty, & other enslaved men and women. John Coe was a Cumberland County politician for 35 years. Presented by the Lake Area Foundation
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The Coes of Cumberland County
In 1866, Patsy and Zeke Coe purchased land on John Coe's former plantation in southern Cumberland Co. The settlement faced economic isolation & violence from white people. Still, it persisted for nearly a century. Coe Ridge's contributions to Kentucky history have been documented by folklorists and historians.
Dedicated May 28, 2022