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Dr. Francis Burgess Abandoned House

02.01.10

The man I met while shooting the Elmwood Motel in Ulysses, Kentucky told me about this abandoned house on Route 23 outside of Louisa. Apparently it has quite a history as there are multiple websites referring to it’s past resident, Dr. Francis Elam Burgess. Born 1914. Physician, surgeon, poet and songwriter. I’m glad I ran across it when I did, in it’s “abandoned” state as it has recently been purchased and soon to be rennovated by Martin County entrepreneur Jim Booth.

I plan on keeping updated on the progress of the rennovation and would like to return someday to shoot the second life of this beautiful estate.

Take a look at the entire gallery here. Enjoy!

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4 Responses to “Dr. Francis Burgess Abandoned House”

  1. david morrison says on February 2nd, 2010 at 5:32 am :

    hey chris,

    beautiful stuff!

    Hope you’re doing well, and it would be good to catch up sometime. Say hi to Pete for me, and keep up the good work.

    best,
    dave

  2. Sherman Cahal says on February 2nd, 2010 at 6:01 am :

    Thanks for the interior photos — I was curious as to its condition. It’s been years since I’ve stepped onto the property (with an interesting story at that), and it was really great to hear about its potential restoration. I snapped a few en route home six years ago at http://www.abandonedonline.net/index.php?catid=109, but I rarely make it down that way to actually stop back for interiors. Your photos are wonderful!

  3. admin says on February 3rd, 2010 at 6:14 am :

    Sherman, Thanks for the comments! I was surprised that you’re on my email list! How did you stumble across my little section of the web? I’ve actually visited your site many times. I love it! This is very strange… I’ve contemplated contacting you over the past few weeks! I ran over to the First German Reformed Church and the Old Saint George Church after I saw them on your site. Couldn’t get in (legally) and I had my wife with me so sneaking in wasn’t an option! I really would like to talk to you at some point. Love to even go shooting with you sometime if you’re interested in someone tagging along. Love your stuff! Thanks again for the comments!

  4. Renai says on May 7th, 2010 at 4:30 pm :

    I have original papers found inside the house if anyone is interested.

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