Crescent Hill

History

Crescent Hill is a neighborhood steeped in rich history, dating all the way back to the 1780’s, with its original road, known today as Frankfort Avenue.  The neighborhood became a thriving suburb in 1849 with the launch of the Louisville Frankfort Railroad, and prominent Louisville residents chose this area to erect their lavish summer homes. Built in 1869, the Peterson-Dumesnil House still stands today, located at 301 S. Peterson Avenue, right in the heart of Crescent Hill. This Italianate home was used by the Peterson and Dumesnil families as a summer residence for six generations before being sold to the Board of Education in 1948.

At what is currently well-known as Crescent avenue, the Fairgrounds stood in 1853, and for 20 years state and national expositions were hosted there. In 1879 the Crescent Hill Reservoir and Park were constructed and these attractions remain a draw for residents to this day

Residents of Crescent Hill have always been dedicated to the betterment of their community. Designed to encourage other wealthy families to buy in Crescent Hill, “Beautiful Crescent Hill” was published in 1908 by the Crescent Hill Improvement Club. Other clubs sprang up also, such as the Crescent Hill Forward Club which addressed neighborhood problems and the Crescent Hill Community Club which fostered community spirit. By 1922, the neighborhood of Crescent Hill was annexed to the City of Louisville, but these types of efforts live on today in the works of the Crescent Hill Community Council.

Today, Crescent Hill is known for its flourishing art galleries, fine restaurants and  neighborhood atmosphere.

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Neighborhood Attractions

Along the bustling thoroughfare that is Frankfort Avenue, many shops, restaurants and bars can be found. The neighbors are often seen walking along the sidewalks, enjoying the community atmosphere and activity.

We set out to create a list of all of our favorite Crescent Hill attractions, and the result follows!  Over 50 galleries, bakeries, bars, shops and schools we have discovered along the way. The Fairman Group hopes you will enjoy these attractions as much as we have, and we remind you to call us at any point if you have questions, comments or just need directions. Have a suggestion or don’t see your store? Give us a call and we’ll add it to the list!

Art Galleries:

Bliss Back Room Gallery:
2044 Frankfort Avenue
502-802-4640

Crescent Hill Gallery:
2033 Frankfort Avenue
(502) 893-0511

Dunbar-Bryant Art Studio:
2003 Frankfort Avenue
(502) 905-5966

Gallery Janjobe:
1860 Mellwood Avenue Suite #1220
(502) 899-9293

Goodall Gallery:
329 Stilz Avenue
(502) 895-7455

Janie Moss Originals:
1860 Mellwood Avenue Suite#193
(502) 494-1063

Lime Tree Gallery:
2040 Frankfort Avenue
(502) 384-7728

Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center:
1860 Mellwood Avenue
(502) 895-3650

Rayluma Gallery:
2214 Frankfort Avenue
(502) 618-2787

Yvonne Rapp Gallery:
2117 Frankfort Avenue
(502) 896-2331

Bakeries:

Blue Dog Bakery: 2868 Frankfort Avenue
Nancy’s Bagel Grounds: 2101 Frankfort Avenue

Bars:

Big Al’s Beeritaville: 1715 Mellwood Avenue
Dark Star Tavern: 2636 Frankfort Avenue
Gerstle’s Bar & Grill: 3801 Frankfort Avenue
L&N Wine Bar & Bistro: 1765 Mellwood Avenue

Coffee Houses:

Heine Bros. Coffee: 2714 Frankfort Avenue
Java Brewing Company: 2309 Frankfort Avenue
Sweet Surrender Dessert Café and Coffee Shop: 1804 Frankfort Avenue

Restaurants:

Bourbons Bistro: 2255 Frankfort Avenue
Café Classico: 2144  Frankfort Avenue
Clifton’s Pizza: 2230 Frankfort Avenue
Crave Café & Catering: 2250 Frankfort Avenue
El Mundo: 2345 Frankfort Avenue
Fat Jimmy’s: 2712 Frankfort Avenue
The Grape Leaf: 2217 Frankfort Avenue
Irish Rover: 2319 Frankfort Avenue
KY BBQ Co.: 1800 Frankfort Avenue
North End Café: 1722 Frankfort Avenue
Porcini: 2730 Frankfort Avenue
Ray Parrella’s Family Italian Restaurant: 2311 Frankfort Avenue
Varanese: 2106 Frankfort Avenue
Volare Ristorante: 2300 Frankfort Avenue
Zen Garden: 2240 Frankfort Avenue

Schools:

Ballet Arts Studio: 2117 Payne Street
Barret Traditional Middle School: 2561 Grinstead Drive
Blayney Spot 5 Art Studio: 2044 Frankfort Avenue
Crescent Moon Studio: 2117 Payne Street Suite #304
Field Elementary: 120 Sacred Heart Lane
Kentucky School for the Blind: 1867 Frankfort Avenue
Los Monitos Spanish Programs: 1860 Mellwood Avenue Suite#1085
Louisville Academy of Music: 2740 Frankfort Avenue

Shopping:

2023 Mid-Century Modern Furniture and Accessories: 2023 Frankfort Avenue
Carmichael’s Bookstore: 2720 Frankfort Avenue
Crazy Daisy Antique Mall: 1430 Mellwood Avenue
Crescent Hill Trading Company: 2720 Frankfort Avenue
East Meets West: 2400 Frankfort Avenue
Elizabeth’s Timeless Attire: 2050 Frankfort Avenue
eyedia, design it again: 1631 N. Mellwood Avenue
Fabulous Finds: 2101 Frankfort Avenue
Fiori: 2015 Frankfort Avenue
Just Creations: 2722 Frankfort Avenue
Peacock Boutique: 2828 Frankfort Avenue
Quest Outdoors: 2330 Frankfort Avenue