National Register of Historic Places

Anderson Ferry

Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio
Listed
June 9, 1982
Type
District
Period
Listed
Ref No.
82003575

About this property

The Anderson Ferry is a ferry across the Ohio River between Cincinnati, Ohio and Constance, Kentucky. It has been in continuous operation since 1817. It was founded by George W. Anderson, who eventually sold the business to the Kottmyer family who later sold it back to the Anderson family in 1986. The ferry was often used in the 19th century by Kentucky farmers bringing their product to market in Cincinnati. It is the lone survivor of dozens of ferries that once served the Cincinnati area. The ferry is located about 8 miles (13 km) west of Downtown Cincinnati.

Location

Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio
39.07078, -84.62573

Categories

TRANSPORTATION
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Anderson Ferry listed on the National Register?

Anderson Ferry was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 9, 1982.

What type of historic resource is Anderson Ferry?

Anderson Ferry is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

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