John Filson’s Map of Kentucky
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After a trip to Kentucky in 1783, John Filson made this map with trails, rivers, and some early settlements, or stations. In this segment of Filson's map, Johnston's Inn is labeled "Capt. Johnston" on Coopers Run, a tributary of the South Fork of the "Hingston," [Hinkston Creek] downstream from "Ruddles St." [Station]. Courtesy of Hopewell Museum.
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Johnston's Inn
Historical Marker #1283 in Bourbon County marks Johnston's Inn, which was illustrated on John Filson's 1784 map of Kentucky.
Johston's Inn is recognized as the oldest house in Bourbon County. It is located on John Filson's…