Jefferson County Poor Farm
From Asylum Projects
| Jefferson County Poor Farm | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Established | 1858 |
| Demolished | 1970s |
| Current Status | Demolished |
| Building Style | Single Building |
| Location | Jeffersontown, Ky |
History[edit]
Jefferson County Poor Farm Home for Whites, Louisville, Kentucky. A two-story brick building with a stone porch and a sidewalk. The Jefferson County Poorhouse was established in 1858 near Jeffersontown to provide a caring environment for the homeless poor. A single log building was replaced by multiple buildings. In 1915 a new two-story brick-and-stone building was constructed. A separate one-story facility was constructed for African Americans.
