The birthplace of Abraham Lincoln. Kentucky Civil War forts and battlefields. Appalachian festivals, art and coal field culture. African American heritage and Native American historic sites such as the Trail of Tears.
These characters, settings and events combine to form the history of the state of Kentucky. Some of them part of a forever-changed past; others carrying on timeworn traditions and helping to shape the future of the Bluegrass State.
Uncover the storied traditions of the region of Appalachia. Walk historical sites such as American Civil War battlefields. Visit memorials and museums from horse racing to music.. Explore the fascinating downtowns of Main Street Kentucky cities and towns for fashion, gifts and antiques unique to Kentucky state history.
Even view the birthplace of the 16th U.S. president at the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park along the Lincoln Heritage Trail. .
Craving even more Kentucky history? Use the search below to find historical towns, sites and events by region.
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Louisville, KY
www.louisvilleglassworks.com
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Daily self guided tours though the flameworking, stained glass/architectural glass art and glassblowing studios.
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Louisville, KY
www.mintjuleptours.com
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At Mint Julep Tours our motto is: The purpose of fun is to have some...So come join us! Our commitment to sharing the traditions from Kentuckian's before us inspires the creat...
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Bardstown, KY
www.1792bourbon.com
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Tour a fully operating distillery in Bardstown. All ages welcome.
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Stearns, KY
www.bsfsry.com
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Take a train ride through the scenic mountains of Southern Kentucky and stop at the historic Blue heron Mining Camp. The Big South Fork Scenic Railway takes a 16 mi...
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Louisville, KY
www.craigkaviar.com
Kaviar Forge & Gallery includes the professional forge of sculptor & blacksmith Craig Kaviar. The fine art & craft gallery displays over one-hundred local, regiona... |
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Lexington, KY
www.keeneland.com
For over 75 years, Keeneland has been to the Thoroughbred industry what Augusta is to golf or Hollywood is to the movies. It is where traditions are treasured, innovations are... |
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Berea, KY
www.kentuckyartisancenter.ky.gov
The Kentucky Artisan Center at Berea features a wide range of Kentucky’s outstanding artisan works in its galleries, exhibition and shopping areas. Whether on display in... |
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Frankfort, KY
artscouncil.ky.gov/
The Kentucky Arts Council is the state government agency responsible for developing and promoting support for the arts in Kentucky. As the state’s arts agency, we create... |
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Louisville, KY
www.kcaah.org
The Heart Healthy Happy Hour
Thursday, February 7, 2013
5-7 p.m.
Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
1701 West Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Louisville, KY 40203
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Benham, KY
Four levels of floor space with exhibits on the miners' homes, hospital, commissary, engineering, coal sampling, a mock mine tour and the Loretta Lynn "Coal Miner's Daughter" ... |
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