 The Historic Creekmore Mansion in downtown Pikeville is no more. Following the University of Pikeville's purchase of the building just four years prior, they've made the decision to demolish the structure. The mansion was built in 1918 by Augusta Dills York. York was the daughter of famed abolitionist John Dills as well as the wife of J.M. York, a prominent judge. Despite Augusta building and designing the home, the family never lived there. The home was known for its classical revival style and was believed to cost nearly $90,000 to build in 1934, which equates to just over $20 million today. Due to its prominence and historic appearance, the home was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. The University has declined to comment on the reasoning behind the demolition or what will be built in its place. Reporting for Mountain Top News, I'm Brianna Robinson.