If you’ve ever wandered the streets of Covington’s beautiful Licking Riverside Historic District and longed for a look inside one of the opulent homes, this October you may have the chance to be the voyeur you’ve always wanted to be.
The Covington Home Tour, led by American Legacy Tours, invites guests on a guided walk through of five homes in the district.
The Licking Riverside Historic District is a collection of historic homes bordering the Licking River, including one that belonged to the parents of Ulysses S. Grant. The row is known for its stunning city views, interesting bronze sculptures of historical figures (like a sketching John James Audubon), as well as examples of Bungalow/Craftsman architecture, Second Empire architecture and Italianate architecture. Many homes have connections to the Underground Railroad.
The 90 minute tour costs $45 and tour times are available from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Oct. 12. The tour is limited to 120 tickets, so it’s best to reserve early.
Proceeds from the tour go back to maintaining the historic district.
322 E. Third St., Covington, covingtonky.gov, hlrca.com.
This article appears in Jul 31 – Aug 7, 2019.
