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PLAN YOUR VISIT HOURS OF OPERATION: Winter Hours by appointment only, please call 502-383-9911 ADMISSION: $10.00 DIRECTIONS: Rosemary's house is located on the Ohio River in Augusta, Kentucky. The ferry from Higginsport, OH is located just a short distance from Rosemary's front steps.
From the West (Kentucky side of the Ohio River): I 275 East: Exit AA (9) Hwy South. Turn Left on KY 19 then Left on KY 8 and Right onto Main Street and Right onto Riverside Drive. From the West (Ohio side of the Ohio River):. Go East on US 52 to Ferry Landing at Higginsport and cross the Ohio River via the Ferry ($5.00 per passenger car) and continue on Riverside Drive to 106. From the North (Columbus area): I 71 South to I 471 West to I 275 West to Exit AA (9) Hwy. Turn Left on KY 19 then Left on KY 8 and Right onto Main Street and Right onto Riverside Drive or take US 52 directions above. From the South (Lexington area): East on US 68 to the AA (9) Hwy to North on KY 19 then Left on KY 8 and Right onto Main Street and Right onto Riverside Drive. From the East (Portsmouth area): US 52 West to Ripley. Go 10 miles West of Ripley and cross the Ohio River via the Ferry ($5.00 per passenger car) and continue on Riverside Drive to 106 Rosemary's
Augusta It takes a visit to this quaint Ohio River town to fully appreciate the charm, hospitality and peace that caused Rosemary to call it home. |
COME ON-A ROSIE'S HOUSE
THE COLLECTION Visitors can “Come On-A Rosie’s House” where her story comes to life through exhibits that include:
The Rosemary Clooney House, Inc. is a non-profit foundation headed by Dr. Steve Henry, former KY Lt. Gov., and his wife, Heather French Henry, former Miss America (who was born in Augusta). The foundation was established to preserve Rosemary Clooney's house, to open it to the public and to house memorabilia from her life and career. Starting in 1980 Rosemary began calling Augusta's 106 Riverside Drive home. Located on the banks of the Ohio River in historical Augusta, KY, this was her retreat from the demands of her career and a haven for rest between performances all over the world. After Rosemary's passing, her children approached the Henrys about purchasing the home. They did so enthusiasticly and since that time have devoted extraordinary time and resources to preserving the home and acquiring artifacts related to Rosemary's life and career. With the help of Paramount Studios, Nick & Nina Clooney, Gail & Chris Darley, countless volunteers, and numerous corporate and private sponsors, the house held it's "soft opening" on June 4, 2005 and it's "grand opening" on October 1, 2005. This modest home on the banks of Rosemary's beloved Ohio River has been visited by thousands of fans from all over the world. The Henrys are so pleased that they have been able to contribute to preserving Rosemary's legacy, introduce many to the quaint little river-town she so adored, and preserve so much memorabilia that might otherwise have been lost. If you would like to support this exciting venture, volunteer to help, or you have memorabilia you would like to see displayed at the home give us a call
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