Ashland Wash House

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Ashland Wash House

This image shows the wash house on the grounds of Ashland. Laundry was one of the many tasks that would have been completed by Clay’s slaves. Courtesy of the Library of Congress.

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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…