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Winchester, KY was established in 1793 and underwent a boom with the arrival of railroads, becoming a major banking and commercial center. Its location as the "Gateway to the Mountains" of Eastern KY was instrumental in the city’s business and cultural growth. The commercial district’s buildings were erected between 1880 and 1900, and with over 100 historic structures, the district contains a collection of late 19th century architecture. The district extends along Main St. from Washington St. to Ogden Ct. and includes many landmarks, such as the Leeds Theatre and City Hall. It was listed on the Nat’l Register of Historic Places in 1982.
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Winchester, Kentucky · United States
