Top 10 Things to Do in Kentucky

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Top 10 Things To Do in Kentucky

The Bluegrass State is a spectacular vacation destination with magnificent scenery, a rich and

colorful history, beautiful recreational areas, pristine lakes and rivers, national parks and forests,

live thoroughbred and NASCAR racing, bluegrass music, charming wineries and bourbon

distilleries, legendary horse farms and the world's longest cave system-Mammoth Caves. From

the action-packed Kentucky Derby in Louisville to the dramatic terrain of Daniel Boone National

Forest, Kentucky is truly a playground for your senses!

Louisville/Churchill Downs/Kentucky Derby

Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs is the world's most legendary Thoroughbred

racetrack and home of the Kentucky Derby - the premier race of the Triple Crown events.

Located on the grounds of the Churchill Downs Racetrack, the Kentucky Derby Museum is an

excitng attraction, featuring a high-definition Kentucky Derby film entitled "The Greatest Race",

which places the viewer in the center of Derby Day action.

The museum features many exhibits, historical films and books, hands-on activities,

thoroughbred memorabilia, and walking tours that illustrate the history of the "Run For The

Roses" - from the Finish Line pole used at Churchill Downs to the grave sites of three famous

Kentucky Derby winners - Carry Back (1961), Swaps (1955) and Brokers Tip (1933).

Louisville Slugger MuseumLocated in "Museum Row" in Louisville, Kentucky, the Louisville Slugger Museum highlights the

history of Louisville Slugger baseball bats. The museum showcases the production of the

famous bats and displays examples of historical bats, such as, the bat used by Babe Ruth to hit

his last home run. Outside of the museum is the world's largest bat standing six stories to signify

the Louisville Slugger corporate headquarters. Visit http://www.sluggermuseum.org/

Daniel Boone National Forest

Located along the Cumberland Plateau in the Appalachian foothills of

eastern Kentucky, Daniel Boone National Forest encompasses over

707,000 acres of rugged terrain, more than 3,400 miles of sandstone cliffs,steep forested ridges, and narrow ravines. Recreation opportunities

including hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting are abundant. These

federally managed lands provide over 600 miles of scenic hiking and

horseback riding trails. Hundreds of miles of streams and winding rivers present great

opportunities for fishing enthusiasts. Visit http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/boone/
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Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Cumberland Gap is the first great gateway to the west. The Native American, the buffalo, and

the pioneers traveled this route through the mountains into the rough country of Kentucky.

Historic sites and buildings in the park present opportunities to take a closer look at the events

that molded a region and nation. Underground Worlds include miles of subterranean passages

and caves that lie beneath the mountains. Over 70 miles of trails and several scenic areas offer

opportunities to discover the breathtaking cascading waterfalls and experience the Southern

Appalachians up close. Visit http://www.nps.gov/cuga/

Land Between the Lakes National Recreational Area

Land Between the Lakes National Recreational Area is a destination of intense natural beauty,

educational experiences and outdoor adventure. Enjoy endless outdoor activities, including

hiking, fishing, horseback riding, hunting, wildlife viewing, camping, kayaking, canoeing, boating

and OHV riding. The area offers miles of scenic hiking, OHV and equestrian trails through

meadows, rolling hills, and rocky plateaus. Enjoy a plethora of water sports and marinas on

Lake Barkley and Kentucky Lake.

Discover wildlife in the 700-acre Elk & Bison Prairie, where a native habitat lost over a century

ago is being restored. Join the hands-on nature programs at Woodlands Nature Station.Experience history at The Homeplace, a living history farm that shows you how people made

use of the environment in the 1800s. View spectacular shows of space and the night sky at the

Golden Pond Planetarium, a 40-foot diameter dome. Visit http://www.lbl.org/EEOverview.html

Mammoth Cave National Park

Preserving the massive cave system and Green River valley of south

central Kentucky, Mammoth Cave National Park is a spectacular destination

of massive caves, scenic hiking trails, and unique wildlife. Beneath the

sandstone capped ridges of Mammoth Cave National Park lies the most

extensive cave system in existence, with over 365 miles of explored and

mapped pathways. Mammoth Cave, the world's longest cave, features vast

and mysterious chambers, rocky halls, and complex water-formed labyrinths. Activities at

Mammoth Cave National Park include cave tours, surface hikes, canoeing on the Green River,

horseback riding, bicycling, picnicking, camping and exploring the wondrous cave system.

Kentucky Speedway

Located in Sparta, Kentucky Speedway is a 1,000-acre raceway with a 1.5 mile, tri-oval asphalt

track that features action-packed NASCAR Busch, Craftsman Truck, All Pro Series, ARCA and

IRL races. Kentucky Speedway provides 66,089 grandstand seats, RV and camping areas, an

Outback Steakhouse, the private Kentucky and Bluegrass Clubs, a gift shop and drivingschools. For race schedules, events and tickets, visit www.kentuckyspeedway.com.

International Bluegrass Music Museum

Take an inspirational journey through Bluegrass Music - the official music of Kentucky. Located

in Owensboro, International Bluegrass Music Museum collects and preserves the history,

recordings, and artifacts of bluegrass music. The museum is a vibrant world of culture, art, and

history with fascinating exhibits, interactive tours, music lessons, jam sessions and educational


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programs, including the Kentucky Bluegrass AllStars, Bluegrass in the Schools and Video Oral

History Project, first generation bluegrass musicians videotaped from coast to coast.

IBMM's exhibits focus on the bluegrass community, festivals, concerts and events, as well as

the International Bluegrass Music Association's Hall of Honor, devoted to outstanding

contributions to bluegrass music. Guided tours feature musical instrument demonstrations and

discussions on music theory, history, and Kentucky culture. Don't miss the museum's Friday

After 5 series, which presents live bluegrass on Friday evenings in the courtyard.

Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

Located in Harrodsburg, Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is a National Historic Landmark that

preserves the countryside, buildings, historical records, artifacts, and culture of the Shaker

community that once flourished here. America's largest restored Shaker Village is a living

history museum where an extraordinary society is preserved in 34 buildings and an extensive

museum collection. Set on 3,000 acres of farmland, Shaker Village is a recreational utopia with

gorgeous scenery, miles of scenic hiking trails, historic rock fences, a natural prairie and forest

with colorful wildflowers, diverse plants and wildlife, 125 varieties of birds, and 450 million year

old limestone formations - the oldest exposed rock in Kentucky. Explore the wonders of nature

and enjoy fun family recreation, including hiking, fishing and nature activities.

Kentucky Horse Park

Get close to the horses at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, a theme park

that includes the most comprehensive horse museum in the world, exciting

attractions, family activities, horse-drawn tours, horse shows, and

competitive events, such as the 2010 World Equestrian Games and the

Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event. At the park entrance, you are welcomed

by the majestic Man o' War Memorial, which honors one of the greatest

race horses in history.

The International Museum of the Horse, the largest of its kind in the world, reveals the 55-million

year history of the horse. Exhibits include a collection of 19th Century horse-drawn carriages

and racing vehicles, the "Horse in Sport" gallery, trophies and paintings that trace the racing

legacy of Lexington's most famous farm, and changing exhibits of equine art. The American

Saddlebred Museum features panoramas of the exhilarating history of the American Saddlebred

- Kentucky's first native breed.

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