Fort Hill (Frankfort, Kentucky)
Fort Hill (formerly known as Blanton's Hill) is a promontory overlooking downtown Frankfort, Kentucky. It is the site of two earthwork forts from the American Civil War. Fort Hill is on the National Register of Historic Places and is now a public park.
Archeological Site 15 FR 368 | |
U.S. National Register of Historic Places | |
1871. Downtown Frankfort is seen in the foreground, while South Frankfort lies across the river in the background. Fort Hill is in the lower left hand corner. | |
| Nearest city | Frankfort, Kentucky |
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| Area | 4 acres (1.6 ha) |
| Built | 1862 |
| NRHP reference No. | 85002370 |
| Added to NRHP | September 12, 1985 |
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