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Jefferson Davis State Historic Site, Fairview, KY

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Jefferson Davis State Historic Site

Kentucky state site marking the birthplace of the Confederate president, centered on a tall concrete obelisk.

Fairview, KY

About Jefferson Davis State Historic Site

This Kentucky state park in Fairview commemorates the place where Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederate States, was born. Its main feature is a large concrete obelisk rising about 351 feet. The official park page provided no details on visiting hours, admission, or location coordinates.

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  • #state park
  • #birthplace
  • #obelisk
  • #Confederate history

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