William Graham Duncan, Owner of The Duncan Coal Company, built this beautiful home located on the corner of Cherry Street in Greenville KY. This magnificent home was originally constructed in 1912 for $10000.00. Pictured below are photos taken of the house in 1915. The Duncan Museum and Art Gallery is beauty to behold with its Spanish Mission design and red tiled roof. Great detail was given to every aspect of the home which today, is listed on the National Historical Register.

The interior of this home is equally magnificent. You will find beautifully paneled walls made of cherry, walnut and mahogany. In the living room, Beveled glass enhances the doors of the original built in bookcases. The original living room chandelier was added in 2005. In 2006, the fireplace and mantle were restored back to the elegance of the 1912 original design. In the dining room, tiger oak gives warmth to the walls and the beautiful stained glass bay windows bring floods of light into the room. One can be awed at the workmanship that went into the original inlaid hardwood floors. Today focus is on replacing the furniture and setting back to the 1912 period.

This home was in the Duncan family for many years. William Graham Duncan's, grandson, Hamilton Richardson Duncan Sr., moved into the house in 1943 and raised his family. In 1986, Hamilton R. Duncan, Sr. graciously donated the house to the City of Greenville. In 1987 the beautiful residence became the home of The Duncan Cultural Center Museum and Art Gallery. A wealth of information may be found in the Museum which reflects the heritage of people, places and events of Muhlenberg County and Kentucky.

Lovingly remembering Hamilton Richardson Duncan, Sr.,
who made this wonderful Museum possible.

August 28, 1909 - February 6, 2007