1553 Cheapside

Category: Markers

Marker reads A log schoolhouse on east side of public square was one of first buildings outside fort walls, 1782. Here, the first teacher, John McKinney, was attacked by a wildcat. A stone market house was built in 1795, and the surrounding square became a popular trading center. Court day was held each month until 1921. See over. Presented by Lexington-Fayette Co. Historic Commission. Reverse Lexington Courthouses - East of Cheapside is the public square, where courthouses of Lexington have stood since 1788. The present edifice is fifth courthouse, the fourth on this site. It was built during 1898-1900, after fire destroyed fourth courthouse and the famous statue Woman Triumphant by Kentucky sculptor Joel Tanner Hart. Over. Presented by Lexington-Fayette Co. Historic Commission.