Fort Boonesborough

Fort Boonesborough is a historic Reconstructed frontier fort in Kentucky, built by settlers in 1775 during the westward expansion. Named after the famous explorer Daniel Boone, it served as a defensive stronghold and shelter for early pioneers facing threats from Native American tribes and the wilderness. Today, it functions as an open-air museum offering visitors a glimpse into 18th-century frontier life, with reconstructed buildings, demonstrations, and guiding tours that showcase the skills and challenges of early American settlers. The site celebrates regional history and Boone's role in westward exploration and settlement.