william whitley house

William Whitley House State Historic Site is a park in Crab Orchard, Kentucky. It features the home of Kentucky pioneer William Whitley and his wife, sharpshooter Esther Whitley. The home was built as a fortress against Indian attacks sometime between 1787 and 1794. The house was made of brick, and marked a transition in the area from log cabins to more formal homes. The site became part of the park system in 1938, and the house was restored by locals between 1948 and 1955. It features a covered picnic shelter, a small park area for the kids, and house tours. My family has had several gatherings here over the years and I can attest it is a nice place to visit. If your looking for a peaceful spot to gather with family, this is it.