The WPA built the National Guard Armory in Lexington in 1941. Strong horizontal lines define the 2nd floor, front façade. The design is almost identical to that of the Richmond, Kentucky WPA armory. It is now a police fitness center… read more
“The Livermore Bridge is a bridge that carries US-431 over the Green River, near Livermore in McLean County, Kentucky where it crosses over two rivers (the Green and Rough Rivers), and passes over a separate county; the only known such… read more
“The rapid growth of the city of Louisville, population 307,745 in 1930, necessitated additional facilities for the fire department. A grant was secured from the PWA with which this central fire station was built, as well as a hospital annex,… read more
From contributor Charles Swaney: “Modern deco design in this 2-story building that presently houses the Communication Arts Center of Trinity High School. Trees obscure the front façade, but the prominent vertical elements surrounding the entry are still evident as is… read more
The federal Civil Works Administration (CWA) widened Main Street in Corbin, Kentucky.
Mammoth Cave National Park in central Kentucky encompasses portions of Mammoth Cave, the longest cave system known in the world. The National Park Service website describes CCC work on the park: “…the Civilian Conservation Corps arrived on the scene to… read more
In 1934, Frank Long completed two murals, entitled “Labor” and “Recreation,” for the browsing room of the University of Kentucky library, with funding from the Public Works of Art Project (PWAP). The above photo depicts “Labor,” in situ, in 1939…. read more
The federal Civil Works Administration (CWA) undertook improvement work (e.g., painting) at the McCreary County Courthouse in Whitley City, Kentucky.
“The Dr. Ephraim McDowell House, also known as McDowell House, was a home of medical doctor Ephraim McDowell. The home was declared a U.S. National Historic Landmark in 1966… The House was built in three stages. A brick ell was… read more
The since-demolished McLean Stadium of the University of Kentucky was one of many structures that was either constructed or improved with the assistance of federal New Deal funds. “Although unable to secure funding for expanded seating,” Eric Moyen writes, the… read more
The federal Works Progresss Administration (WPA) constructed what is now Middlesboro Bell County Airport; the airport was completed in 1936.
In 1938, the National Youth Administration (NYA) constructed the Murray Woman’s Club Clubhouse. It is made of limestone and was built in the Tudor Revival architectural style. During World War II, “The Red Cross set up hospital rooms in the… read more
In 1941, the WPA completed work on a National Guard armory designed by Edd Gregg for Williamsburg. The building is a classic modern deco building with strong vertical elements surrounding the entry that is capped with an eagle in flight…. read more
In 1941, the Works Progress Administration (WPA) completed work on a National Guard armory designed by Edd Gregg. The building is a poured, 2-story modern Deco style building with both horizontal and vertical elements on the front façade. It has… read more
In 1942, the Works Progress Administration (WPA) completed work on a National Guard armory designed by Edd Gregg for Williamsburg. The building is a 2-story poured concrete building with a modern deco style. From the Kentucky National Guard History eMuseum:… read more
The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) developed Kentucky’s Natural Bridge State Park during the 1930s. The CCC built trails, shelters and stairways.
The Works Progress Administration built additions and made improvements to the Rash Stadium in Owensboro. The current home side was built in 1940 as one of the WPA programs in Owensboro, KY. In 1940, the WPA appropriated $30,926 for the… read more
This 380 foot wire suspension bridge over the Big Sandy River in Pikeville Kentucky was built by the WPA from 1936-1940. “The design of this bridge is unique, however, because although the bridge itself is simple – the towers are… read more
“Pine Mountain State Resort Park is a park located in Bell County, Kentucky, United States. The park opened in 1924 as Kentucky’s first state park. Each spring, the park hosts the annual Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival, as it has since… read more
The historic post office in Anchorage, Kentucky was constructed with federal Treasury Department funds in 1940. The building, which houses an example of new Deal artwork, is still in service.
The historic post office in Carlisle, Kentucky was constructed in 1941 with federal Treasury Department funds. The building is still in service.
Covington, Kentucky’s main post office was constructed with federal funds. The building opened in 1941 and is still in use today.
The post office in Fleminsburg was completed in 1941 with funds provided by the Treasury Department. It is also the site of Lucile Blanch’s 1943 mural, “Crossing to the Battle of Blue Licks,” painted with funds provided by the Treasury… read more
The Fort Thomas, Kentucky branch post office was constructed with federal funding and opened in 1940. A tempera mural, “General G. H. Thomas and Philip Sheridan,” painted by Lucienne Bloch, was installed in the lobby in 1942.
The historic post office in Greenville, Kentucky was constructed with Treasury Department funds ca. 1938. The building remains in use as such.
The handsome and historic post office in Hardinsburg, Kentucky was constructed with federal Treasury Department funds in 1941. The building, which houses an example of new Deal artwork, is still in service.
The historic post office in Hickman, Kentucky was constructed in 1939 with federal Treasury Department funds. The building, which houses an example of New Deal artwork, is still in service.
The historic post office in Hodgenville, Kentucky was constructed in 1937 with federal Treasury Department funds. The building, which houses an example of New Deal artwork, is still in service.
The historic post office in Irvine, Kentucky was constructed in 1938 with federal Treasury Department funds. The building is still in service.
The historic post office in Jenkins, Kentucky was constructed in 1941 with federal Treasury Department funds. The building, which housed New Deal artwork, is still in service.
The historic post office in Louisa, Kentucky was constructed in 1938 with federal Treasury Department funds. The building is still in service.
The historic post office in Morganfield, Kentucky was completed in 1937 with funds provided by the Treasury Department. The building, which houses an example of New Deal artwork, is still in service.
The post office in Pineville was completed in 1935 with funds provided by the Treasury Department. It is also the site of Edward Fern’s 1942 mural, “Kentucky Mountain Mail En Route,” completed with funds provided by the Treasury Section of… read more
The post office in Princeton, KY was completed with New Deal funds in 1936.
The Springfield post office was constructed in 1939 with the federal Treasury Department funds. It is also the site of three limestone sculptures by Richard Davis: “Wood Chopper,” “Kentucky Pioneer,” and “Signing of the Marriage Contract of Thomas Lincoln and… read more
The historic post office in Williamstown, Kentucky was constructed with federal Treasury Department funds in 1941. The building, which houses an example of New Deal artwork, is still in service.
In 1936, the Campbellsville post office was built with funding from the Treasury Department. It is currently the home of the legal firm Bertram, Cox, and Miller. The murals once installed in the post office are listed as destroyed.
The Treasury Department funded the construction of the former Post office in Corbin, KY. The structure was built on East Center Street (now Roy Kidd Avenue). Today, the former Post Office serves as the Corbin Independent School District Building. The building… read more
Constructed as the Morehead post office, Morehead’s police building (previously the Municipal Building / city hall) was constructed with federal Treasury Department funds ca. 1936. The building houses an example of New Deal artwork.
The historic post office building in Williamsburg, Kentucky was constructed with Treasury Department funds. The building, located at the northeast corner of E. Sycamore St. and N. 3rd St. is now privately owned.