The city of Owensboro is located in Daviess County on the banks of the Ohio River. It can be reached from both the Natcher and Audubon parkways as well as a number of state roads.

An impressive bronze Confederate monument, erected in 1900, is located on the courthouse lawn.

CIVIL WAR HISTORICAL MARKERS IN OWENSBORO/DAVIESS COUNTY:

• Panther Creek Battle (State Marker 745, 7.5 mi. S. of Owensboro, US 431)
• Confederate Congressional Medal of Honor (State Marker 1183, 3rd & Frederica St. Owensboro, courthouse lawn.)

For additional information:

• Owensboro, the City on the Yellow Banks
• Contact Dr. Lee and Aloma Dew (270) 685-2034

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