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Attractions - Things to do
1. Muhammad Ali Center
144 N. Sixth Street
www.alicenter.org |
What is it? Fans of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali can see
and experience all aspects of the life of the man dubbed 'The
Greatest' at this huge multi-media, interactive exhibition centre,
which features 10 theatres and more than 50 interactive stations.
Ali's story, including his boxing career, global humanitarianism
and his societal and religious convictions, is presented in
thematic displays according to the six core values he has
encompassed: confidence, conviction, dedication, respect,
spirituality and giving. The inspirational centre also includes
displays of memorabilia, a retail store, and
cafe.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pm; Sunday 12pm to
5pm
Phone:(502) 584 9254 |
2. Kentucky Derby Museum
704 Central Avenue
www.derbymuseum.org |
What is it? Even those who are not horse-racing fans can
experience the thrill of the sport at the museum and through tours
offered at Churchill Downs, one of the world's oldest (established
in 1874) and most famous tracks, which hosts the annual renowned
Kentucky Derby. The Museum contains exhibits that bring the
pageantry and excitement of the Derby to life, including high-tech
computerised hands-on displays and video graphics. A video entitled
'The Greatest Race' is shown on a 360-degree screen every half hour
from 9am to 4.30pm (from 12.30pm on Sundays). Museum tour guides
take groups of visitors to see the Churchill Downs' stable and
infield areas, as well as through the historic Edwardian grandstand
, finish line and winners' circle.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm; Sunday 12pm to
5pm
Phone:(502) 637 7097 |
3. Belle of Louisville
401 West River Road
www.belleoflouisville.org |
What is it? The Belle of Louisville is America's oldest
still-serving sternwheeler riverboat, plying the Ohio River from
Louisville's waterfront to give visitors memorable sunset cruises,
sightseeing excursions and Saturday night party cruises. The
historic boat powered by two steam engines and boasting 32
whistles, was commissioned in 1914 and originally named the
Idlewild. She served as a packet boat for many years, carrying
passengers and freight on America's inland waters. In 1962 she was
purchased by the Jefferson County authorities and refurbished,
being declared a National Historic Landmark. Public sightseeing
cruises depart from the 4th Street Wharf in
Louisville.
Hours of Operation: Cruises Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Memorial Day to
Labor Day), and sunset cruises on Thursdays during summer. Groups,
charters and events available all year
Phone:(502) 574 2992 |
4. Thomas Edison's House
729-31 East Washington Street
www.edisonhouse.org |
What is it? Thomas Edison, inventor of the incandescent
electric light bulb, lived in the house at 729 East Washington
Street, Louisville, in 1866 when he was only 19 years old and had
yet to receive acclaim for his many inventions. When Edison lived
in Louisville he worked for the Western Union as a telegraph
operator on Second and West Main Street, a few blocks from the
house. Today the simple cottage, built around 1850, has been
restored as a museum housing interesting artefacts like cylinder
and disc phonographs, a kinetoscope, the first home motion picture
projector, numerous versions of the light bulb and other inventions
patented by Edison.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 2pm, or by prior
appointment
Phone:(502) 585 5247 |
5. Cathedral of the Assumption
433 South Fifth Street
www.cathedraloftheassumption.org |
What is it? The Cathedral of the Assumption is the fourth
oldest public building in Louisville as well as the third oldest
Catholic Cathedral in the United States in continuous use. Designed
in the Neo-Gothic style by William Keeley and Isaiah Rogers, the
Cathedral was completed in 1852. The steeple rises 287 feet above
the Louisville skyline, and upon its completion, was North
America's tallest spire. The chancel window is one of the oldest
surviving examples of hand-painted stained glass in the country.
The Cathedral of the Assumption is listed on the National Register
of Historic Places. The Cathedral of the Assumption is an active,
urban parish with 1,500 registered
families.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm, Sundays 1pm to 4pm;
self-guided tours are available
Phone:(502) 582 2971 |
6. Louisville Science Center
727 West Main Street
www.louisvillescience.org |
What is it? The Louisville Science Center in historic
West Main Street, founded in 1871 as a natural history collection,
has experienced more than a century of growth to become Kentucky's
largest hands-on science centre, visited by more than 550,000
people each year. A highlight of the centre is a 12,500 square foot
(1,161 sq metre) permanent exhibit known as The World Around Us,
featuring more than 40 interactive stations that challenge visitors
of all ages to make use of their creativity and problem-solving
skills. The centre also has a four-storey Imax theatre, a gift shop
and restaurant.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 9.30am to 5pm; Friday and Saturday
9.30am to 9pm; Sunday 12pm to 6pm. IMAX and KidZone closed on
Mondays except during public and school holidays
Phone:(502) 561 6100 |
7. Glassworks
815 West Market Street
www.louisvilleglassworks.com |
What is it? America's first complete centre dedicated to
the art of glass, from architectural glassworks to the finest glass
jewellery and ornaments, is located in Louisville on the corner of
9th and Market Streets in the historic Snead Manufacturing
Building. Visitors can watch glassblowers, flameworkers, cutters
and designers at work, creating glassart in the open air and
studios. Renowned resident glassmakers are Mark Payton and Brook
White, but the centre also plays host to visiting glass artists.
Glass art is also on sale at the centre. Guided tours are
available.
Hours of Operation: Guided tours every Saturday at 11am, 1pm and 3pm.
Self-guided tours may be undertaken Monday to Saturday between 10am
and 4pm
Phone:(502) 584 4510 |
8. Forest Discovery Center
533 Louis Smith Road, Starlight, Indiana
www.forestcenter.com |
What is it? Just a few miles north of Louisville off
Highway 65 is the fascinating Forest Discovery Center, located in
Indiana. Designed to highlight the wonders of the forest and value
of the tree as an ever-renewable resource, the centre offers the
chance for visitors to wander through an indoor forest, past a
1,000 square foot (93 sq metre) mural made of small wood inlays
(marquetry), and traverse an enclosed glass skywalk to explore a
working sawmill.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 9am to 2pm
Phone:(812) 923 1590 |
9. Kentucky Horse Park
4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington
www.kyhorsepark.com |
What is it? The only theme park in the world dedicated to
man's relationship with the horse, the Kentucky Horse Park in
Lexington covers 1,200 acres in Kentucky's famous Bluegrass
country. A visit to the Park begins with a film show in the
visitor's centre, followed by exploring the vast and comprehensive
International Museum of the Horse. Guests can also wander through a
self-guided farm tour watching the farrier at work and admiring the
tack shop, before attending a half-hour parade in the show ring,
which highlights the characteristics of some of the park's 40
different breeds of horses. In the Hall of Champions, legendary
thoroughbreds are presented for viewing and visitors can also enjoy
a carriage or horseback ride around the park's extensive show
facilities. The presentations are held only between March and
October.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9am to 5pm (15 March to 31 October); Wednesday
to Sunday 9am to 5pm (1 November to 14 March)
Phone:(859) 233 4303 |
10. Woodford Reserve Distillery
7855 McCracken Pike, Versailles
www.woodfordreserve.com |
What is it? Besides horses, Kentucky is famous for its
Bourbon whiskey. Numerous distilleries are open to the public, but
one of the oldest still operating is the Woodford Reserve
Distillery nestled between lush horse farms in Woodford County on
McCracken Pike. Bourbon was first distilled here in 1812 when it
was known as the Labrot & Graham Distillery. The beautiful
limestone buildings have been restored to their original condition
and the site is a National Historic Landmark. It is the only
bourbon distillery still using copper pot stills, the traditional
method of distillation. A visitor's centre provides displays and
videos on the history of bourbon and guests can watch how bourbon
is distilled in the traditional manner.
Hours of Operation: Woodford Reserve Bourbon Discovery Tour: Tuesday to
Saturday 10am, 11am, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Sundays 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
(April to October)
Phone:(859) 879 1812 |
11. Frankfort
www.visitfrankfort.com |
What is it? The capital city of Kentucky, history-rich
Frankfort is situated about 50 miles (80km) east of Louisville,
about 50 minutes drive from Louisville International Airport. The
state capital boasts a vast array of architectural styles, famous
landmarks, museums and enjoyable shopping precincts. Among the
interesting attractions in the city is the Old State Capitol, a
Greek Revival building dating from 1830 with a unique
self-supporting staircase held together by precision and pressure.
Another architectural attraction is the Frank Lloyd Wright designed
Zeigler house, dating from 1910. Besides numerous historic houses
and buildings Frankfort boasts a fascinating History Center,
historic sites, war memorials and scenic wildlife
reserves.
Hours of Operation:
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12. Mammoth Cave
www.nps.gov/maca/home.htm |
What is it? The Mammoth Cave National Park near Edmonson
in south-central Kentucky boasts the longest cave in the world,
with 350 miles (563km) of caverns and passages having so far been
explored and, according to experts, 'no end in sight'. The cave has
been promoted as a tourist attraction since 1861, making it
America's oldest attraction, which was encompassed in a national
park in 1941 to preserve the cave system and the scenic river
valleys of the Green and Nolin Rivers. The park offers camping,
cave tours, hiking trails, hotel accommodation, canoeing and
horseback riding. There are a variety of cave tours on offer with
varying levels of difficulty and sightseeing options, run to
different schedules. Visitors are advised to request a brochure and
book in advance.
Hours of Operation: Various different tours on offer daily
Phone:(270) 758 2180 |
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