1865-1870: Several African Americans settle in North Frankfort, known by most as the “lower part of the city.”

1870-1880: Between 1870 and 1880, the black population rose from 2,335 to 3,199.

1877-1880: The name “Crawfish Bottom” begins to emerge as references in newspapers. Later shortened to “Craw.”

1880: Flood threatens residents of Craw.

1883: Flood devastates neighborhood

1891: Dr. Underwood establishes medical practice in the neighborhood

1909: Riot in Craw between Soldiers and residents.

1912: Prostitution in Craw captures attention of Federal Government.

1913: Prostitutes are relegated to Gas House Alley forming an unofficial red-light district.

1920: 19th Amendment ratified (Prohibition)

1928: Mayo Underwood School built

1929: John Fallis, “King of Craw” is shot and killed.

1937: Flood devastates neighborhood

1955: League of Women Voters conducts study provoking slum clearance efforts.

1956: The 1956 “Structure and Family Survey” conducted by Scruggs and Hammond, a Lexington city planning firm

1958: City commences purchasing and clearing of properties making up the North Frankfort Urban Renewal Area.

Mid 1960s: Mayo Underwood School, American Legion Building, homes and churches are torn down. Residents are scattered throughout the city.  Housing promised to residents falls far short of slum clearance promises.