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County: Simpson
Octagon Hall
Marker Number:
503
Location:
US 31-W
An antebellum landmark built by Andrew Jackson Caldwell, an ardent advocate of the southern cause. Many Confederate soldiers found shelter here. Bricks were made, wood cut and finished, stone quarried on the place. The house erected by Caldwell and his men. Three floors, with four large rooms, hall and stairway. Large basement provided hiding place.
Dedicated in August 1962.
For more information, see ExploreKYHistory: Octagon Hall