1971 Map of Henderson

About this map

Henderson occupies a prominent bend of the Ohio River in this detailed look at Kentucky’s riverfront history. The town's grid is anchored by civic staples like the Courthouse and City Hall, while residential growth is visible in the Finley Addition and the nearby community of Weaverton. The landscape is defined by the sweeping course of Canoe Creek and the protective acreage of Audubon State Park to the north. Transportation and industry are central to the area’s identity, with the Louisville and Nashville RR cutting through the terrain and numerous oil wells dotting the outskirts. Genealogists will find a wealth of records in the cluster of cemeteries south of the city, including Fernwood Cemetery and St Louis Cem, while local landmarks like Barrett Stadium and Holy Name Sch offer a glimpse into the community's social fabric during the mid-to-late 20th century.