Payne-Desha HouseBuilt ca. 1814-15 by Robert Payne, a veteran of Battle of the Thames in War of 1812. Former Kentucky Governor Joseph Desha bought the Federal-style stone house in 1841. In late 19th century, Italianate alterations to exterior included porches and roof brackets. Inside, original staircase, arched hallway, and hand-carved mantels remain.Presented by Dr. and Mrs. Robert B. Shacklette, 1999Joseph Desha (1768-1842)A major general in War of 1812, Desha served in Kentucky House of Representatives (1797, 1799-1802), as state senator (1802-07), and in U.S. Congress (1807-19). His term as governor (1824-28) was marked by controversy. The Deshas retired to a Harrison County farm in 1828, then moved to this house 13 years later, where he died October 11, 1842.Presented by Dr. and Mrs. Robert B. Shacklette, 1999
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