Kentucky's Natural Attractions

One of the state's finest natural attractions is the TVA Land Between the Lakes. This property is located near Golden Pond and is managed by the United States Forestry Service. With over 300 miles of undeveloped shoreline and 200 miles of scenic trails, this forest provides Kentucky's visitors with plenty of opportunities to thoroughly enjoy the magnificent natural beauty of the state. All in all, any nature lover will be absolutely mesmerized by a visit to the TVA Land Between the Lakes.

Another absolutely stunning natural attraction that visitors to Kentucky will definitely want to see is the Mammoth Cave National Park. With over 350 miles of cave passageways discovered in the Mammoth Cave complex, this cave system is one of the longest caves in the entire world. Home to several rare species of animals and plants, the Mammoth Cave National Park is a fabulous natural preserve that has been awarded the prestigious status of being a World Heritage Site. With more than 52,000 acres of federally protected forest and scenic lands, this unique national park is a nature lover's paradise that any visitor is sure to enjoy.

Kentucky's Historical Attractions

In addition to having fantastic natural attractions, Kentucky possesses some of the United States' finest historical attractions. One of the state's richest historical attractions is Fort Boonesborough State Park. Established as one of the earliest settlements in Kentucky, this state park preserves the story of how Daniel Boone led European settlers from the Atlantic Seaboard into the state in the 1770s. With a recent reconstruction of the preserved settlement, Fort Boonesborough State Park beckons visitors to come and experience Kentucky's past in a magnificent setting. In general, travelers visiting this park will leave better educated about how the state grew from its humble beginnings into the fascinating place it is today.

Another fine historical attraction that Kentucky has to offer visitors is the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington. This Georgian-style home was where Mary Todd Lincoln, the wife of President Abraham Lincoln, lived for several years. Preserving the story of one of the nation's most well-spoken First Ladies, the Mary Todd Lincoln House is a site that visitors will find absolutely refreshing.

On top of hosting fascinating museums that highlight the state's role in the 1700s and 1800s, Kentucky hosts one of the finest museums in the United States detailing the story of how the US won World War 2. The Patton Museum of Cavalry and Armor at Fort Knox tells the story of how General George S. Patton Jr. transformed the United States Army's cavalry into a world-class armored fighting force in the first days of World War 2. The museum goes on to further illustrate how this foundation has led the US Army to have one of the finest mechanized fighting forces in the world today. With interactive displays and exhibits on the life and times of General Patton, this museum lets visitors see how the US has contributed to the development of the modern world.

Kentucky's Cultural Attractions

Besides having inspiring historical attractions, Kentucky is blessed with enchanting cultural attractions. One of its finest cultural attractions is the Kentucky Center for the Arts in Louisville. This fascinating center brings dancers, musicians, and actors together in artistic productions almost every night of the year. On top of this, the Kentucky Center for the Arts features one of the finest collections of 20th Century sculpture found anywhere in the United States. All in all, anyone who appreciates the fine arts will thoroughly enjoy a visit to this fine institution.

Any visit to Kentucky is incomplete without a trip to one of its most famous horseracing tracks. The Churchill Downs in Louisville is the home to the world-famous Kentucky Derby. With a fine facility that invokes passion and pageantry at every event, Churchill Downs is the state's number one track for horseracing and offers a fun-filled day for the entire family.

Overall, Kentucky has quite a lot to offer travelers to this fascinating state. Regardless of what you are interested in, Kentucky's attractions provide you with the opportunity to truly get to know more about the United States and its captivating people. In the end, a vacation to Kentucky is sure to give you a deeper appreciation of America as well as a lifetime of cherished memories.

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Other Useful Sites about Kentucky state
These Kentucky State sites have been curated by our editorial team

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Government

Official website for the state of Kentucky
Kentucky State Treasury - Official Webpage
Kentucky Legislature - Official Hompage. The purpose of this site is to provide and facilitate access to timely information concerning the Kentucky Legislature and the workings of the Legislative Research Commission to all interested persons in an organized, intuitive manner.
Office of the State Budget Director - provides information about Kentucky's Budget office and the documents they prepare. This site contains both past and present Budgets of the Commonwealth, Executive Budget Recommendations and much more budget-related material.
Kentucky State Police - strives to maintain the highest standards of excellence utilizing training and technology to create a safe environment for citizens and continue as a national leader in law enforcement.

Business & Development

Kentucky Small Business Development Center - has been assisting the Commonwealth's small business community for more than 25 years. Kentucky Small Business Development Center strengthens Kentucky's economy through the delivery of high quality, in-depth and hands-on business consulting to existing and start-up businesses, creating both wealth and jobs.
The Cabinet for Economic Development - the primary state agency in Kentucky responsible for creating new jobs and investment in the state. Programs administered by the Cabinet are designed to support and promote economic development within the state.
FindItKY.com - provides directory of Kentucky Local business establishments
Kentucky Business One Stop Portal - is here to create an easy-to-use environment where Kentucky's businesses can find the requirements and tools they need to own and operate a business in Kentucky.
Covington Business Council - is to Advocate AND TAKE ACTION for a healthy Covington business environment. The vision of the Covington Business Council is to become a premiere resource for the City of Covington and its partners.

Education & Training

Kentucky Educational Television - A Kentucky's statewide educational television network, providing the Commonwealth with high-quality locally produced programming and classroom services.
Education Kentucky, Inc. - a consortium of colleges, universities, and community colleges located in the State of Kentucky, in the MidSouth region of the United States.
Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) - a public corporation and governmental agency and instrumentality of the Commonwealth established in 1966 to improve students' access to higher education.
Midway College - a private, non-profit liberal arts college, founded in 1847 by Dr. Lewis L. Pinkerton, as the first school in the United States to serve orphaned and disadvantaged women
Kentucky School for the Deaf - ensures that deaf and hard of hearing children and youth in Kentucky have educational opportunities to develop their potential to become educated, life-long learners and productive citizens.
Kentucky Canine Training Center - is based on the simple maxim that success comes from honesty, integrity and hard work.

Organizations & Associations

Kentucky Office for the Blind - in the Department of Workforce Investment offers a wide variety of services to assist Kentuckians with visual disabilities. The Department Workforce Investment is in The Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. The Office employs approximately 105 qualified staff.
Kentucky Organization of Professionals and Archaeologists -provides grants for archaeological research and is active as a consulting party on proposed state and federal legislation impacting Kentucky's cultural resources
Kentucky Association of Professional Educators (KAPE) - promotes professional development for educators, and improvement of education for Kentucky children
Alzheimers Association - the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research.
Kentucky Nurses Association (KNA) - is the only full-service professional organization for the state's entire nurse population

Health & Families

Kentucky Health Facts - to provide ready access to key health data for Kentucky communities
Health Kentucky - to provide all low income and uninsured Kentuckians access to health care.
Family Foundation of Kentucky - A non-profit educational organization that focuses on public policy issues that affect the family
New Beginnings Family Services - a therapeutic foster and adoption care agency. We are similar to traditional foster care, except we place children who have special needs and require more frequent agency support than a traditional foster care agency.

Arts & Culture

South Central Kentucky Cultural Center - dedicated to telling the story of the people, places and events that make up the geographic area . The museum is housed in the old Kentucky Pants factory in downtown Glasgow.
Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft - provides a platform to explore materials, techniques, and artistic expression. Our goal is to educate and inspire while promoting a better understanding of art and craft through exhibitions, collaborations, outreach and the permanent collection
Kentuckyartists.com was created in 1993 with the intent of providing affordable websites and free links for artists and craftspeople residing in Kentucky and surrounding areas. It is also a site for Arts and crafts for sale by Kentucky based artists and artisans including oil and arylic paintings, jewelry, sculpture, pottery, and many gift items
The Kentucky Guild of Artists and The Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen (KGAC) - a dynamic membership organization comprised of the finest artists, craftsmen, collectors, galleries, interested individuals and businesses in Kentucky and surrounding states. Founded in 1961, it is the oldest organization in Kentucky working to preserve and promote the rich heritage and exciting future of art and craft.

Recreation & Sports

Official website for the Kentucky Lottery
Beech Bend Park - An afordable family fun, close to home! You truly can spend the day without spending a fortune!
Super Bowl Bowling Center - Official Site
Kentucky Sports Online - A Blog about all things related to Kentucky Sports team

Real Estate

Kentucky Homes - specializes in Kentucky real estate. They have a growing number of real estate and auction companies listing their properties and auctions
Come to Kentucky Homes - provides information of all Kentucky home for sale
Kentucky Real Estate - searching for Kentucky homes and real estate for sale by owner or realtor
Kentucky - Real Estate - Real Estate Options for Springfield, Kentucky and the surrounding Central Kentucky area

Shopping & Entertainment

Kingpin Lanes - A family fun, bowling and Live Entertainment
Renfro Valley Entertainment - Kentucky''s Country Music Capital Live Concerts
Kentucky Spalsh Waterpark - The center includes an 18,000 square ft. wave pool, a drift river, a kiddy activity pool, a triple slide complex, a double slide tower, a go-kart track, a championship miniature golf course, an arcade, a batting cage, and a driving range. You'll have so much fun; you'll want to come back again, and again.
Galaxy Bowling - A Bowling and Entertainment Center
Kentucky Shopping & Stores - provides directory all Antiques, big-name department and specialty stores, outlet malls and boutiques featuring locally-made arts and crafts &dash whatever your heart desires, you'll find it here.

Tourism & Travel

Kentucky Tourism - The Official site of the Kentucky Department of Travel
Kentucky Lake Big Bear resort - Official Page
Destination Frankfort - The doors to history await you here in Frankfort. The vast array of architectural styles, famous land marks, museums of Kentucky's past and unique shopping make Frankfort a special place to visit.
Corbin, Kentucky - Official Website
Henderson Country Tourist Commision - the source for news on great events, free festivals, and popular attractions in Henderson, KY. Henderson is a paradise for birders, Audubon enthusiasts, fishermen, and fans of blues and bluegrass music.

 

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