Old Ashland

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Old Ashland

This 1852 image shows Ashland before it was rebuilt by Clay’s son James. Courtesy of the Library of Congress.

This file appears in: Ashland

By Tim Talbottt
Historical Marker #1 in Lexington notes the location of "Ashland," the home and estate of Kentucky statesman Henry Clay. Ashland was Clay’s pride and joy. At this grand estate the "Great Compromiser" entertained guests, raised…