African-American Heritage

In Nicholasville, visit Camp Nelson Civil War Heritage Park, one of the largest training grounds for African-American soldiers in the Union army where 10,000 men gained their freedom during the Civil War. In Maysville, experience the perilous life of escaped slaves by visiting the National Underground Railroad Museum, and take a unique guided or driving tour retracing the footsteps of countless African-Americans who journeyed to freedom on the 'underground railroad'.

Visit the Kentucky Mammoth Cave National Park where the first tour guides and some of its most significant early explorers were African-Americans. In Bowling Green, take a walking tour of the ShakeRag Historic District to experience an early African-American neighborhood that stands as an important part of Kentucky black history.

Many other Kentucky black history sites in Louisville, Lexington, Northern Kentucky and elsewhere provide glimpses into the lives of African-Americans who have helped weave the rich cultural tapestry of this border state that reflects influences of both Northern and Southern culture.

Immerse yourself in Kentucky black history at the National Underground Railroad Museum or one of countless other African-American heritage sites in the Bluegrass State.

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Barton 1792 Distillery & Visitor Center Bardstown, KY www.1792bourbon.com Tour a fully operating distillery in Bardstown. All ages welcome.

Mark Payton Glass Center Louisville, KY www.louisvilleglassworks.com Daily self guided tours though the flameworking, stained glass/architectural glass art and glassblowing studios.

Northern Kentucky River Region Covington, KY www.nkytourism.com The Northern Kentucky River Region - spectacular scenery and historic venues await you. Experience beauty and sights that will last a lifetime! Near scenic Carrollton re...

Tebbs Bend Battlefield Association Campbellsville, KY www.tebbsbend.com Tebbs Bend - Green River Bridge Civil War Battlefield is located adjacent to Green River Lake (U.S Corps of Engineers entrance) where the Atkinson-Griffon House, Confederate H...

The Thirsty Pedaler, LLC Louisville, KY www.thethirstypedaler.com Unique tours of Louisville on an authentic Dutch 15 person bike.

Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History Frankfort, KY www.history.ky.gov Find out what it means to say "I am a Kentuckian" in this 167,000 square-foot museum and research facility. Dig in with live performances, interactive exhibits and dynami...

Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours Lexington, KY www.seethechampions.com Thoroughbred Heritage Horse Farm Tours depart at 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM from the  Marriott Griffin Gate, Four Points Sheraton, Embassy Suites and Crowne Plaza. Other hotel p...

Thoroughbred Park Lexington, KY www.visitlex.com This 2.5 acre oasis offers a splendid retreat, as well as providing a unique history of the Thoroughbred. Follow the limestone track around the park and view 42 plaques hono...

Three Chimneys Farm Versailles, KY www.threechimneys.com Famous residents include 2001 Horse of the Year Point Given. Tours are given year-round Tuesdays through Saturdays at 1:00pm. A farm representative gives a guided tour of the...

Three Forks Historical Museum Beattyville, KY Visitors to this museum will see paintings and artifacts which depict the history of Beattyville over the past 100 years. A variety of items from the coal industry, oil indust...