Did you know that Lexington, Kentucky is known as the "Horse Capital of the World"?
How about the fact that 95 percent of all bourbon is distilled, aged and bottled
right here in Kentucky? These and other fun facts about Kentucky give you some idea
of how unique the Bluegrass State really is. There’s only one Kentucky, and we’re
spreading the word.
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View the amazing landscape and Natural Bridge. Enjoy hiking, camping and more while visiting the Gorge.
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Step back into music history at the beautifully restored boyhood home of Bill Monroe, the "Father of Bluegrass Music." Imagine the musician's life with his family high on wooded Jerusalem Ridge. Guided tours are given, often by those who knew Bill or members of his family. Located 6 miles east of Beaver Dam.
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The Muhammad Ali Center is a cultural attraction and international education center that is inspired by the ideals of its visionary founder Muhammad Ali.
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Built at the location of Lincoln's birth the solid marble, neoclassical monument houses the symbolic cabin of Lincoln's birth. Be sure to see the audiovisual presentation in the Visitor Center and the Sinking Spring where the Lincoln's drew their water.
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Admire the beautiful grounds of My Old Kentucky Home in the 39-site campground. Open year round.
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Often hailed as the world’s richest and most prestigious horse show, the World’s Championship Horse Show is held annually in Louisville, Kentucky during the Kentucky State Fair.
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A 351-foot obelisk marks the birth site of Jefferson Davis, June 3, 1808. 19 acres, museum, gift shop, picnic shelters, playground, elevator to top of obelisk.
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Enjoy quilts and the stories they tell at this 30,000-square foot museum Expanding the Vision, Advancing the Art! Changing vibrant fiber exhibits showcase more than 150 superb contemporary, miniature and antique quilts. Lobby features quilt patterned stained glass windows and a gift and bookshop.
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We invite you to re-discover the simple pleasures of playing in the outdoors at USDA Forest Service Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area. There's so much to do, it's no wonder we're called the heartland's outdoor playground!
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The American Saddlebred Capital of the World, Shelbyville, is named in honor of Governor Isaac Shelby. In the early 1800's, Shelbyville was a place to stop as you traveled between Louisville & Frankfort on horseback or buggy. It was then and remains today a great place to live, work or visit.
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