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Lexington, Kentucky famous for its
horses, bluegrass and whisky. It was here that Bluegrass music was
born. Lexington, the world capital of racehorse breeding and burley
tobacco was named by patriotic hunters who camped here in 1775
shortly after hearing news of the first battle of Revolutionary War
at Lexington, Massachusetts.
Huge caverns and Appalachian hikes attract adventurous tourists.
History buffs can walk where Daniel Boone hunted and enjoy all the
sites that he may have encountered. Visitors can also take a step
back in time at the birthplace of one of our President's, Abraham
Lincoln; Ashland, Henry Clay's estate; the Hunt-Morgan House, the
Bodley-Bullock House and Waveland. For the Bourbon connoisseurs,
Lexington has a fine variety of distilleries - offering samples to
those who visit. If fast paced excitement, is more to your style
then be sure to play the odds while enjoying a cup of burgoo at the
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Lexington is outlined by winding
roads, miles of white-planked fences, rolling countryside and
picturesque horse farms. Lexington does, however, offer numerous
cultural activities including the Lexington Philharmonic, the
newly-expanded Lexington Children's Theatre, the Lexington
Children's Museum, Broadway Live, and the Ballet Theatre of
Lexington.
For the sports enthusiasts, Lexington provides entertainment by
keeping fans cheering in the stands for The American Hockey League's
Kentucky Thorough blades and the University of Kentucky men's
basketball team. In the stadium, football enthusiasts can enjoy
Southeastern Conference football at the newly expanded Commonwealth
Stadium on UK's campus.
Lexington's charms its visitors both by the close proximity of the
area's rural surroundings and by the metropolitan conveniences of a
dynamic city. |
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Gratz House
This lavish, privately owned house was built by a rich hemp
manufacturer. Visitors will enjoy the architecture and furnishings of
this southern masterpiece.
Mary Todd Lincoln
House
Built in 1832, this house belonged to the parents of Abraham Lincoln's
wife. It is full of period furnishings and displays Lincoln and Todd
family memorabilia.
University of Kentucky Anthropology Museum
This museum has exhibits on evolution and Kentucky culture that are fun
for the whole family. The museum is one of the finest of its kind in the
region.
Lexington Children's Museum
Kids love the interactive exhibits they find at this museum dedicated to
educating children. One of the favorite exhibits is the archaeology dig.
American Saddle Horse Museum
This privately owned museum located on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse
Park is a colorful and contemporary showcase of the American Saddle
bred, Kentucky's native breed of horse.
Ashland, The Henry
Clay Estate
Ashland, the home of famous 19th-century statesman Henry Clay, is
located a short distance from downtown Lexington on a beautiful 20-acre
wooded estate.
Aviation Museum of
Kentucky
This museum features restored historic aircraft, aviation artifacts and
equipment, interactive displays and a gift shop. Kid and adults love the
feeling of adventure inspired by this wonderful collection.
McConnell Springs
Originally a campsite for the first settlers in the Bluegrass, this
23-acre park features an array of historical and environmental features.
Trails through the park take visitors past natural springs and the
remains of an historic gristmill and farm. |
University of
Kentucky Basketball Museum
The University of Kentucky Basketball Museum salutes the 96-year history
of the country's most successful men's collegiate basketball team
through interactive, high-tech exhibits, historical timelines, and
artifact displays. The museum is located in the Civic Center, adjacent
to the "Cats" home court, Rupp Arena.
Lexington Livery Co.
Take a tour in a horse-drawn carriage.
John Hunt Morgan House
The former home of John Hunt, a Confederate General and his
great-grandson, Thomas Hunt Morgan, who won a Nobel Peace Prize in 1933
for providing the existence of the gene.
The Castle
Just west of the city on Versailles Road
A Lexington curiosity is the huge castle with eight turrets and
70-foot-tall corner towers. It was started by a Fayette County developer
in 1969 as his private residence, but it was never finished.
The
Headley-Whitney Museum
This museum houses an eclectic, personal, three-building collection of
Asian porcelains, masks, paintings, shells, and jeweled bibelots.
Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Horse Park is a Thoroughbred showcase location. It offers
films, a breeds shoe, farm tours, a museum, and art gallery and
campgrounds.
Lexington
Children's Theater
Lexington Children's Theatre offers performances for young audiences.
Victorian Square
An entire downtown block of Victorian buildings that contains retail and
dining establishments.
University of Kentucky Art Museum
This museum features a wonderful permanent collection of regional and
national art. It is also a frequent host for traveling exhibitions.
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