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Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial,
Coffee Tree Rd. off KY 676., Frankfort, KY. Unique memorial
with the names of 1,062 Kentuckians killed in Vietnam etched
in the granite plaza. The giant sundial's shadow touches
each name on the anniversary of their death. The names of
the 22 missing veterans are behind the sundial so the shadow
never touches them. Free. http://www.kyvietnammemorial.net/
Corvette Museum, Across the
street from the General Motors Corvette Assembly Plant,
this museum houses one of the original 300 Corvettes built
in 1953 and the 1 millionth Corvette produced. The Corvette
was introduced at the General Motors 'Motorama' show in
New York City in 1953. Since that time, new models like
the Sting Ray have been introduced. The Corvette was selected
to be the Indianapolis 500 Pace Car in 1978 and 1998. Open
daily 8am-6pm in April through September. Hours vary the
rest of the year. Closed major holidays. www.corvettemuseum.com
Kentucky History Center,
100 W. Broadway., Frankfort, KY. Follow the phenomenal journey
from prehistoric Kentucky to our present-day Commonwealth
on a chronological walk through time. The center is also
home to the Kentucky Historical Society's genealogical research
& collections library, 1792 Store, educational programs,
special events, museum & theater. Free. Tues., Wed.,
Fri., Sat. 10-5; Thurs. 10-8; Sun. 1-5; closed Mon. Call
for library hours. Phone: (877)444.7867, (502)564.1792.
www.kyhistory.org
Capitol Floral Clock, located
behind State Capitol, Frankfort, KY. Giant clock with 34
ft. face. Unique in that it does not lie flat but is tilted
above a reflecting pool and fountain, supported by its 100
ton planter. Over 20,000 plants used in decoration that
are grown in state greenhouses, seasonal decorations also.
www.visitfrankfort.com
The Kentucky Horse Park, Iron
Works Pk., Lexington, KY. Like no other place and a must
see on a vist to Kentucky. The park honors horses and their
relationship to man. Horses are celebrated via a spectacular
film, various horse shows, a walking farm tour and the incomparable
International Museum of the Horse. Phone: (800)678.8813,
(859)233.4303. www.kyhorsepark.com
Keeneland Race Track, Versailles
Rd., Lexington, KY. This National Historic Landmark was
established in 1936 and is one of the world's premier thoroughbred
tracks. Formal dining available in four dining rooms. "Breakfast
with the Works" buffet served during morning workouts
when track is open for meets, 7-8:30 am. Live racing Apr.
& Oct. (Closed Mon., Tues. & Easter.) Gates open
11 am. Post time 1:15 pm. Free parking. Gen. admission $2.50,
reserved seats $5.50 weekdays, $7.50 Sat. & Sun. Phone:
(800)456.3412, (859)254.3412. www.keeneland.com
Horse Farm Tours, Lexington
KY. A unique approach and private horse farm visits. Two
tours daily Mon.-Sun. 9 am & 1 pm. With this tour you will
see the Bluegrass horse farms up close. For reservations
phone (859)268.2906. www.horsefarmtours.com
Waveland State Historic Site,
US 27 South, Lexington, KY. Greek Revival manor house started
in 1844 by the grand-nephew of Daniel Boone. 10 acre grounds.
Furnished with period pieces. Antebellum brick servants'
quarters, icehouse, smokehouse, herb garden. Playground,
picnic area. Guided tours Mar. 1-mid Dec., Mon.-Sat. 10-5,
Sun. 1-5. Tours on the hour, last tour 4 pm. Phone: (859)272.3611
(800)255.PARK.
www.kystateparks.com
The Henry Clay Estate, Ashland,
120 Sycamore Dr., Lexington, KY. The 19th century estate
of statesman Henry Clay. Guided tours of the 18 room, fully
furnished mansion, Museum Store, charming outdoor cafe,
6 original outbuildings, 18 wooded acres & formal garden.
Mon.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 1-4. Closed Jan., holidays & Mon. Nov.-Mar.
Phone: (859)266.8581. www.henryclay.org
Mary Todd Lincoln House, 578
W. Main St., Lexington, KY. Georgian house built 1803 and
the home of the Todd family, inlcuding daughter Mary, future
wife of President Abraham Lincoln. 14 room house contains
period furniture, family portraits and possessions of the
Todds & Lincolns. Gift shop & formal garden. Mar. 15-Nov.
30, guided tours Mon.-Sat. 10-4. Phone: 859.233.9999. www.mtlhouse.org
Camp Nelson Heritage Park,
US 27, 5 mi. S. of Nicholasville, KY. Union Army Civil War
supply depot & training camp. White House, c. 1850,
used as the officers' quarters by Union troops during the
Civil War & restored as an interpretive center. Camp
Nelson National Cemetery is adjacent to site. Interpretive
trail system open dawn to dusk. White House open Tues.-Sat.
11-5, Sun. 1-5. Phone: (859)881.9126. www.campnelson.org
Shaker Village Of Pleasant Hill,
3501 Lexington Rd., (US 68) 7 mi. E. of historic Harrodsburg,
KY. The largest restored Shaker Village in America, with
34 original 19th century bldgs. Self-guided tours, exhibits
of Shaker life, working artisans, riverboat rides and much
more. The only restored village in U.S. with lodging and
dining in original buildings. Daily 10-5. Phone: (800)734.5611.
www.shakervillageky.org
