As part of the 250th Celebration Barb & Barry Griffith led a hike to Split Rock Cave. This is where the early Russell settlors found shelter while they were establishing their homestead, which would later grow into Russellville.
Links to various historical information regarding the Russell’s
Descendants of William Russell
Russell L Perry letter to Dawn Hance
Location of 1920 remains of house as recalled by Russell Perry
 General location of Split Rock Cave & Russell house foundation |
 Barry briefs hikers before taking off |
 Hikers in front of cave |
 Split Rock Cave |