Signs of HistorySM
Birthplace of James G. Birney, abolitionist leader, candidate for President 1840 and '44. His 1844 votes caused Henry Clay's defeat. Birney's father built home, 1800. One son was Gov. of Mich., 1861-63, and Min. to the Hague; two were Maj. Gens. and two Colonels, USA. To return to the marker listings for Boyle County click here.

To see pictures of the Birney House click here.
Photograph courtesy of Jason A. Smith class of 1998 Student Technology Leadership Program Kentucky School for the Deaf
Copyright 1998 Grover & Jayne Hibberd