The birthplace of bluegrass music, home to dozens of music stars from various genres, known around the world for its Appalachia folk art and crafts. Kentucky has a reputation as fertile ground for artistic creativity. The Bluegrass State’s contribution to American music and art is incalculable.
Take a ride down the Country Music Highway and discover the birthplaces of music stars like The Judds, Dwight Yoakam, Billy Ray Cyrus, Loretta Lynn and Ricky Skaggs. Discover the unique Kentucky folk art and crafts of the Appalachia region. Tour the National Quilt Museum of the United States, or the Kentucky Center for the Arts. Experience the heritage and influence of Kentucky music at the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
These are just a few of the ways you can discover the inspiration of Kentucky art and music. Come inside to find live music and entertainment at events such as bluegrass festivals; shop for Kentucky folk art in galleries and artisan districts, and so much more.
Featuring Shelby County's award-winning artists.
There's Only One...Sanders Cafe.
Eat where it all began. Colonel Sanders' original restaurant, the birthplace of Kentucky Fried Chicken, has been carefully restored ...
Seigel Pottery is hand-made high-fired and wood-fired stoneware located in Owenton by Greg Seigel. Special attraction is Greg's whimsical pottery pieces.
Shadowbox Cabaret's ensemble delivers a high-energy mix of outrageous original comedy sketches, theatrical shorts, and live rock n' roll music every Thursday through Sa...
Shadowbox Cabaret's ensemble delivers a high-energy mix of outrageous original comedy sketches, theatrical shorts, and live rock n' roll music every Thursday through Saturd...
Shambrola is a bookstore and Art Gallery. All work in the gallery is produced in Kentucky, by Kentucky Juried Artists and is original. The owners of the shop, Mick and Deb ...
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