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Ashland Henry Clay Estate

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120 Sycamore Rd Lexington KY 40502
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(859) 266-8581
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Founded by an eminent American politician, Henry Clay, Ashland's beginnings date back to 1809, when it started out as a simple block house. By 1811, it expanded into a sprawling mansion with a surrounding garden, that occupied 600 acres (242.81 hectares) of land. The property was named after the Ash trees, that surrounded the place. Following Clay's death in 1852, Ashland has housed various...

Kentucky's first National Historic Landmark. 19th century architecture, 17 acres, formal garden...

The home of celebrated statesman Henry Clay, a 600-acre estate that once grew hemp, tobacco and grain is now a museum and National Historic Landmark, where visitors can tour the 18-room mansion, grounds and beautiful gardens.

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This 18-room brick mansion was the country home of Senator Henry Clay and his family for more than four decades. The tour highlights antebellum Kentucky plantation life and the political achievements of Clay, who served both in the U.S. House of Representatives (as Speaker) and in the U.S. Senate.

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Ashland is incredibly beautiful! The house is gorgeous and the gardens are filled with vibrant flowers. There was a lot of information regarding Henry Clay and his family. It was a wonderful tour.

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Great tour today, raon outside, fun inside. thx!

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Went on a date here and it was a very fun and enriching tour. The house is beautiful and it's amazing what preservation can do.

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I like the Hummons family connection there. Some of my family members are in photos with the McDowells.

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Ashland Henry Clay Estate can be found at Sycamore Rd 120. The following is offered: Theater. The entry is present with us since Sep 8, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In Lexington there are 12 other Theater. An overview can be found here.

The home of celebrated statesman Henry Clay, a 600-acre estate that once grew hemp, tobacco and grain is now a museum and National Historic Landmark, where visitors can tour the 18-room mansion, grounds and beautiful gardens.

Kentucky's first National Historic Landmark. 19th century architecture, 17 acres, formal garden and seasonal cafe. Dedicated to preserving the legacy of one of America's greatest statesmen, Henry Clay: The Great Compromiser. Open since 1950.

Ashland Henry Clay Estate is located at 120 Sycamore Rd, Lexington, KY. This location is in the Ashland neighborhood. This business specializes in Museums & Galleries.

Henry and Lucretia Clay had a home at Ashland from around 1806 until 1852. At its largest, the estate covered up to 600 acres. Hemp, tobacco and grains were grown and livestock was raised. It is a registered National Historic Landmark. It is closed on Mondays.

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