![Kentucky State University was chartered in May 1886 as the State Normal School for Colored Persons, only the second state-supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky.[1] During the euphoria of Frankfort's 1886 centennial celebration, the city donated $1,500 towards the purchase of land for a new college on a bluff overlooking Frankfort.
The new school formally opened on October 11, 1887, with three teachers, 55 students, and John H. Jackson as president.[1] Recitation Hall (now Jackson Hall), the college's first permanent building, was erected in that year.
KSU became a land-grant college in 1890, and the departments of home economics, agriculture and mechanics were added to the school's curriculum.[1] The school produced its first graduating class of five students in the spring of that year. A high school was organized in 1893. This expansion continued into the 20th century in both name and program. In 1902, the name was changed to Kentucky Normal and Industrial Institute for Colored Persons. The name was changed again in 1926 to Kentucky State Industrial College for Colored Persons.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7262/80b239a0-cf4a-4e00-8ea0-fb6e64265ab6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)
10/10 – Hervorragend
Rebecca E.
24. März 2026
Gut: Sauberkeit
Two Bourbon Barrel Cabins were perfect for our family road trip. It was great to have neighboring cabins (for one price) to give everyone a little space of their own. The cabins were thoughtfully decorated with so many great details like the barrel stave wall and the plush throw blankets throughout. The fire pit was great and they even had dry firewood at the ready (not the case at the rest of our road trip fire pits). We arrived late at night and we were pleasantly surprised in the morning to see the beautiful surroundings. The location was an easy drive to town and the distillery we visited on this trip. Thanks so much for the great hospitality!
Rebecca E.
Aufenthalt von 1 Nacht im März 2026