The first was the Rankin House, where prominent abolitionists lived before the Civil War. The house overlooks the Ohio River and was an important stop on the underground railroad.
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I love photographing signs.
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View from the front window.
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Old books, :-).
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The tour guide was interesting to talk to, and we were the only people there.
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John Rankin
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I liked this old globe, but I couldn't see any coherent details.
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A fun sign:
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Oh, can't you read it? ;-) Here is a close up.
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This room of displays was upstairs.
The attic was also very interesting.
Rope beds had to be tightened.
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The cellar is now full of heating equipment, but the stairs are original.
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The path was pretty cool.
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Tomorrow I'll post about the other place we visited on the way home.
~Matt
-- Posted from my iPhone
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