Discovery Park of America Presents Heritage Park’s the Livestock Barn and Corn Crib
The Livestock Barn was built in 1858 by William Bumpass and his son, John. The building was donated in 2012. The Atwill Corn Crib was also donated in 2012.
Discovery Park of America Presents Heritage Park’s the Wade Cabin
Donated by Tom Wade of Kenton, Tennessee to the Discovery Park of America in 2012, Wade Cabin is sure to delight with its surprises.
The Birth of Kona, Kentucky
Our story begins with the original settlers of Kona. Eastern Kentucky was closed to many settlers before 1800.
Letcher County Haunted History: Part Four
Haunted tales of riders on their steeds galloping through Westwood and sounds of the battle can be heard as echos from a time long gone by.
Letcher County Haunted History: Part Three
The Restless Solider Here at Kentucky Tennessee Living, we strive to keep this site nonpolitical in nature. All historic events posted that changed the lives of future generations in Letcher County. And have helped to give miners a voice in their working and living conditions. As well as we remember those who fought on both […]
Construction of the Little Elkhorn Lake and Dam, 1912
One of the most important needs in city planning is water sources. In 1912, the Elkhorn Dam construction reached completion in Jenkins Kentucky.
The History of Jenkins Hospital
Because the first set up for the town was basic and everyone was living in tents. Safety, Health, and Morale were the three first things on Consol’s construction list.
The Hidden Lake of Jenkins
Hidden away in the mountains is a lake that expands 45 acres of water and 950 acres of woodland. The pristine beauty of the lake is not disturbed.
A New Style of Home for a New Industry
Cut off from the rest of the industrial world. There was no industry, no homes, no community, just a wooded area. There was a rush to complete a contract.
The First Library in Jenkins
The women in Jenkins, Kentucky rolled up their sleeves and formed the Women’s Civic Club in 1936. In 1937, the Women’s Club federated into the National Organization.