Local Links
University
of Kentucky
http://www.uky.edu
Main page for the University of Kentucky campus.
University
of Kentucky Libraries
http://www.uky.edu/Libraries
Main library online page for the many department libraries of the
University of Kentucky.
College
of Agriculture
http://www.ca.uky.edu
Home page for the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture.
Agriculture
Information Center
http://www.ca.uky.edu/AIC
Main page for the College of Agriculture Library.
Lexington Attractions
American
Saddlebred Museum
4093 Iron Works
Pike
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 259-2746
http://www.american-saddlebred.com/museum/
This privately owned museum located on the grounds of the Kentucky
Horse Park is a colorful and contemporary showcase of the
American Saddlebred, Kentucky's native breed of horse.
Applebee's
Park
1200 North Broadway
Lexington, KY 40507
(859)422-7867
http://www.lexingtonlegends.com
This state-of-the-art stadium is home to Lexington's new minor league
professional baseball team, the Lexington Legends, and is
the premier outdoor concert venue in Central Kentucky. They may
be a Single A team, but Lexington has quickly embraced their
new team in a major league way and the seats are packed for home
games. The season runs from April to September.
ArtsPlace
161 North Mill
Street
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 255-2951
http://www.lexarts.org/
ArtsPlace is a multi-purpose arts center which houses a gallery
showcasing the works of Central Kentucky artists, and is also the
site of free music and dance performances.
Ashland,
The Henry Clay Estate
120 Sycamore Road
Lexington, KY 40502
(859) 266-8581
http://www.henryclay.org/
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. You stroll the grounds at any time.
The walled garden is locked at 5:00 p.m.
Aviation
Museum of Kentucky
4316 Hangar Drive
Lexington, KY
(859) 231-1219
http://www.aviationky.org/
This museum features restored historic aircraft, aviation artifacts
and equipment, interactive displays and a gift shop.
Champs
Skate Center
2555 Palumbo Drive
Lexington, KY 40509
(859) 268-3888
http://www.champskate.com/
Champs - where sight, sound, and motion come alive!
Come and visit us real soon!
Collins
Bowling Center
We are a family
owned and operated bowling center with two locations in Lexington,
Kentucky to serve you with family fun, corporate outings, birthday
parties, and other special events.
(859) 277-5746
205 Southland Dr, Lexington, KY 40503
http://www.collinsbowling.com/
Farmers'
Market
West Vine or Maxwell
and South Broadway
Lexington, KY
(859) 548-3516
http://www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com/
Lexington's Farmers' Market is held every Saturday on West Vine
Street and each Tuesday and Thursday at Maxwell and
South Broadway. Fruits and vegetables, herbs, flowers, jams and
jellies, honey, Kentucky specialties and more.
Flag
Fork Herb Farm
900 North Broadway
Lexington, KY 40505
(859) 252-6837
Known for distinctive gifts, gourmet foods and garden accessories,
Flag Fork is housed in a brick cottage built around 1810,
complete with a carriage house and a quarter-acre walled garden.
The Garden Cafe serves lunch and can accommodate
groups of up to 50 people. Reservations are recommended. Reservations
for groups must be made one month in advance.
Headley-Whitney
Museum
4435 Old Frankfort
Pike
Lexington, KY 40510
(859) 255-6653
http://www.headley-whitney.org/
Established in 1968 by artist and jewelry designer George Headley,
this unique museum features a fascinating and diverse
collection of decorative arts objects.
The
Hunt-Morgan House
201 North Mill
Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 253-0362 or (859) 233-3290
http://www.bluegrasstrust.org/hunt-morgan/index.htm
Built in 1814 by John Wesley Hunt, one of Lexington's most prominent
citizens of the time, this Federal-style house is a living
museum representing the days when Lexington was known as the "Athens
of the West" for its highly cultured lifestyle.
Joseph-Beth
Booksellers
3199 Nicholasville
Road
The Mall at Lexington Green
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 273-2911
http://www.josephbeth.com/
Sample the latest CDs on private headsets, try out computer games
and software, or relax in the reading room at Joseph-Beth,
named America's Best Bookstore by "Publisher's Weekly".
Spacious design and an inviting atmosphere have made Joseph-Beth
a favorite place to meet and mingle in Lexington. The Cafe at Joseph-Beth
boasts gourmet and alcoholic beverages, appetizers,
and generous entrees.
Keeneland
Race Course
P.O. Box 1690
4201 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40592-1690
(800) 456-3412 or (859) 254-3412
http://www.keeneland.com/
With its tranquil setting and lovely stone fences and buildings,
this national historic landmark is one of the most genteel and
beautiful racetracks in the world. Live Thoroughbred racing takes
place April and October. No racing on Mondays or Tuesdays.
Kentucky
Horse Park
4089 Iron Works
Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 233-4303 or (800)568-8813
http://www.kyhometown.com/kyhorsepark/
Dedicated to man's relationship with the horse, the Kentucky Horse
Park is unlike any other park in the world -- a showcase of museums,
galleries, theaters, and working farm exhibits. More than 45 breeds
of horses graze upon its lush pastures.
Laser
Quest
224 Bolivar Street
Lexington, KY
225-1742.
Laser Quest combines the classic games of tag and hide & seek
with a high-tech twist. Donning the most sophisticated laser tag
equipment available, the game is played in a large, multi-level
arena featuring specialty lighting, swirling fog and heart-pounding
music.
Lexington
Cemetery
833 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 255-5522
http://www.lexcem.org/
The Lexington Cemetery is nationally recognized as one of America's
most beautiful arboretums and is listed in the
National Register of Historic Places for landscape design.
Lexington
Center/Rupp Arena
430 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 233-4567
http://www.lexingtoncenter.com/
This downtown complex includes a hotel, retail center and convention
halls, as well as Rupp Arena, home court of the
University of Kentucky Wildcats Men's Basketball Team, and the Lexington
Opera House.
Lexington
Children's Museum
440 W. Short Street
(Victorian Square)
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 258-3256
http://www.lexingtonchildrensmuseum.com/
"Hands-on" is the philosophy at this museum. Seven galleries
feature exhibits about nature, the human heart,
world geography and culture, archaeology and Lexington history.
Lexington
Ice Center
560 Eureka Springs Drive
Lexington, KY
269-5686.
http://www.lexingtonicecenter.com/index.htm
Lexington Ice Center & Sports Complex
Lexington
Livery Carriage Co.
171 Saunier Avenue
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 259-0000
http://www.lexingtonlivery.com/pages/803423/index.htm
Evening tours by horse-drawn carriage depart from the corner of
Vine and Broadway, weather permitting.
Lexington
Public Library
140 East Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 231-5530 - Adult Services
(859) 231-5534 - Children’s
http://www.lexpublib.org/
Our mission is to provide library services to persons throughout
Fayette County.
The rotunda has been transformed by the world’s largest ceiling
clock, a five story Foucault pendulum
and a frieze depicting the history of the horse in the Bluegrass.
http://www.lexpublib.org/libinfo/clockproject.cfm
Mary
Todd Lincoln House
578 West Main Street
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 233-9999
http://www.mtlhouse.org/
This late-Georgian-style brick house is the site of the nation's
first shrine to a First Lady. In 1977, the home was
restored to reflect the Todd family's residency.
McConnell
Springs
Rebmann Lane
P.O. Box 23766
Lexington, KY 40523-3766
(859) 225-4073
http://www.mcconnellsprings.org/pages/767986/index.htm
Originally a campsite for the first settlers in the Bluegrass, this
26-acre nature sanctuary features an array of historical and
environmental features. Trails take visitors past natural springs,
limestone fences originally constructed in the early 1800s and
recently restored, the remains of an historic grist mill and farm,
and a quarry, from which most of the stone for the buildings
on the site was taken. A naturalist is stationed at the Visitors
Center, with tours scheduled regularly.
Old
Kentucky Chocolates
450 Southland Drive
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 278-4444 or (800) 786-0579
http://www.oldkycandy.com/
Old Kentucky Candies has been making candy in the Bluegrass for
more than 35 years and is best known for its delicious
Bourbon Chocolates and Bourbon Cherries, both made with 100-proof
Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon.
Raven
Run Nature Sanctuary
5888 Jacks Creek
Pike
Lexington, KY 40515
(859) 272-6105
http://www.lfucg.com/ParksRec/RavenRun.asp
Raven Run is a 470-acre nature sanctuary dedicated to the protection
of animals, and nearly 400 species of plants can be found within
its boundaries.
The
Red Mile Harness Track, Inc.
1200 Red Mile Road
Lexington, KY 40504
(859) 255-0752
http://www.tattersallsredmile.com/
The Red Mile is Lexington's oldest existing racetrack, dating to
1875, as well as one of the nation's most respected harness tracks.
Latrobe
House/Pope Villa
326 Grosvenor Avenue
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 253-0362 or 254-POPE
http://www.popevilla.org/
This restoration project and museum is one of the few remaining
examples of the work of Benjamin Henry Latrobe, architect of the
U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
The
Stadium
412 Sporting Ct.
Lexington, KY 40503
Ph: 859-296-6549
Fax: 859-219-9249
http://www.thestadiumllc.com/home.htm
The Stadium is the ultimate entertainment experience! With over
50,000 square feet of food and fun, The Stadium has it all…Cosmic
Bowling, Laser Mania, 36 Ft. Rock Wall, Classic Billiards, the latest
in Arcade Entertainment, 3-on-3 Basketball and Soccer, Batting Cages,
and the best in Sports and Media viewing anywhere.
The
Thoroughbred Center
3380 Paris Pike
Lexington, KY 40511
(859) 293-1853
http://www.thethoroughbredcenter.com/
At this working Thoroughbred training facility, visitors can go
behind the scenes to learn about a normal working day in the lives
of Thoroughbreds and those who train and care for them.
Thoroughbred
Park
Corner of Main
and Midland Streets
Lexington, KY
http://www.racenet.com.au/canberra/
This 2.5 acre park dedicated to the Thoroughbred industry contains
seven life-size and lifelike bronze racehorses streaking toward
the finish line, while broodmares, foals and the great stallion
Lexington "graze" in a nearby field. Jockey greats Randy
Romero, Pat Day, Bill Shoemaker, Jerry Bailey, Don Brumfield, Chris
McCarron and Craig Perret are all represented.
Transylvania
University
300 North Broadway
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 233-8120
http://www.transy.edu/
"Transy," established in 1780, is the oldest college west
of the Allegheny Mountains. Alumni include 50 U.S. senators; 36
governors; Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy; and Texas
pioneer Stephen Austin.
University
of Kentucky Basketball Museum
U.K. Basketball Museum, Inc.
P.O. Box 89
Lexington, KY 40501
(800) 269-1953 or (859) 225-5670
http://www.ukbballmuseum.org/
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 Shops at Lexington
Center, adjacent to the "Cats" home court, Rupp Arena.
U
of K/LFUCG Arboretum Park
Alumni Drive between
Nicholasville Road and Tates Creek Road
Lexington, KY 40506
(859) 257-9339
http://www.uky.edu/Arboretum/
Intended as a botanical garden for the entire community and the
Commonwealth, the park features a variety of plants and trees with
walking and jogging paths.
Waveland
State Historic Site
225 Waveland Museum
Road
Lexington, KY 40514
(859) 272-3611
http://www.state.ky.us/agencies/parks/wavelan2.htm
Built in 1874 by Joseph Bryan, a grand-nephew of Daniel Boone, Waveland
is an outstanding example of the Greek Revival house in Kentucky.
Bluegrass Region Attractions (within driving distance)
Bluegrass
Railroad Museum
(859) 873-2476
or (800)755-2476
P.O. Box 27
Versailles, KY 40383
18 miles west of Lexington.
http://www.bgrm.org/
Enjoy a nostalgic train ride through 11 miles of beautiful Bluegrass
horse and tobacco farms, with a stop at a scenic overlook on the
Kentucky River. Vintage railroad equipment and memorabilia are on
display at the museum.
Non-scheduled special excursions can be arranged 30 days in advance;
deposit required.
Buffalo
Trace Distillery
(502) 223-7641
or (800)654-8471
1001 Wilkinson Blvd.
Frankfort, KY40601
27 miles west of Lexington.
http://www.buffalotrace.com/
Named the 2000 Distillery of the Year by Malt Advocate magazine,
this distillery is America's oldest continuously operating distillery.
Home of the flagship bourbon Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Whiskey, the distillery is gaining international attention for its
older bourbons including the Antique Bourbon Collection.
Churchill
Weavers
(859) 986-3127
100 Churchill Drive
Berea, KY 40403
http://www.thelinenclosetonline.com/
38 miles south of Lexington.
Begun in 1922, Berea's first non-college industry is now one of
the country's foremost hand weaving studios. On the loomhouse tour
you'll see each operation from the warping and weaving to the finishing
of the ladies' accessories, throws and baby blankets which distinguish
the Churchill line.
Division
of Parks & Recreation
469 Parkway Drive
Lexington, Kentucky 40504
Tel: (859) 288-2900
http://www.lfucg.com/ParksRec/
Lexington’s Parks and Recreation has a lot to offer. Currently,
there are 101 parks occupying more than 4,000 acres. Our parks system
includes athletics, after school programs, aquatics, community centers,
cultural arts, day camps, dog runs, equestrian, fitness trails,
golf, gymnasiums, natural areas, playgrounds, rental facilities,
senior adult programs, special events, therapeutic recreation and
open spaces for passive recreation. And these are just a FEW of
the things we offer.
Equus
Run Vineyards
(859)846-9463
1280 Moores Mill Road
Midway, KY
http://www.kyvine.com/
12 miles west of Lexington.
Visitors can pack a picnic for the vineyard, sample wines in the
tasting room, browse the gift shop, enjoy fishing or aimlessly wander
the grounds. Acres of grape varieties are planted in Chardonnay,
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Norton, Cabernet Franc, Chardonel,
and Vidal Blanc.
Factory
Stores of America
(502) 868-0682
399 Outlet Center Drive (Exit 126, I-75)
Georgetown, KY 40324
http://www.outletsonline.com/nefgky.htm
12 miles north of Lexington.
Enjoy discount shopping at more than 30 name-brand manufacturers'
outlets, featuring clothing, footwear, appliances, cookware, home
accessories and more. Groups receive a personal greeting upon arrival,
and each group member receives a coupon book.
Floral
Clock
(502) 875-8687
State Capitol grounds
Frankfort, KY 40601
27 miles west of Lexington.
The Bluegrass' most unusual clock is found on the grounds of the
Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort. The floral clock is made up
of 10,000 plants.
Fort
Boonesborough State Park
(859) 527-3131
4375 Boonesborough Road
Richmond, KY 40475
http://vardiman.treespot.net/fort_boonesborough.htm
36 miles south of Lexington.
A painstaking reconstruction of the fort built in 1775 by Daniel
Boone, Fort Boonesborough offers visitors a chance to experience
early pioneer life. The park's museum tells the story of Daniel
Boone and the settlement of the area.
Hopewell
Museum
(859) 987-7274
800 Pleasant Street
Paris, KY 40361
20 miles from Lexington.
A museum of local Bourbon County history and Kentucky Fine Arts,
the Hopewell Museum was established in 1995. Located in a 1090 beaux
arts structure originally built as the town's post office.
Hummel
Planetarium & Space Theater
(859) 622-1547
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY 40475
http://www.planetarium.eku.edu/
28 miles south of Lexington.
One of the largest and most sophisticated planetariums in the United
States, Hummel's videos, sound system, and special effects projectors
create programs that take visitors on fantastic journeys into space.
Irish
Acres Gallery & The Glitz
(859) 873-7235
4205 Fords Mill Road
Versailles, KY 40383
25 miles west of Lexington.
Housed in a former school building, this gallery displays 32,000
square feet of American and European furniture, glassware, china,crystal,
silver, linens, dolls, jewelry, rugs, accessories an international
gifts. Full-service lunch is available by reservation in the festively
decorated Glitz Restaurant; the menu changes every two weeks.
Kentucky
Artisan Center
(859)985-5448
I 75, Exit 77
Berea, Kentucky
40 miles south of Lexington.
http://www.kentuckyartisancenter.ky.gov/
A 25,000 sq. ft. facility dedicated to the handiwork of Kentucky
artisans. Shopping, craft demonstrations, exhibits, regional food
and travel information. Free.
Kentucky
History Center
(502)564-1792 or
(877) 4-history
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY 40601
http://www.visitfrankfort.com/conventions/kyhistory.html
25 miles west of Lexington.
Designed to house the state museum and a research library, the Kentucky
History Center holds educational programs and special events and
rotating special exhibits.
Kentucky
Military History Museum
(502) 564-3265
128 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40602
http://www.history.ky.gov/Museums/Kentucky_Military_History_Museum.htm
27 miles west of Lexington.
Through an extraordinary collection of weapons, uniforms, flags
and photographs- ranging from Civil War flags to SCUD missile pieces
from the Persian Gulf War- the museum traces the state's role in
American military history.
Kentucky
State Capitol
(502) 564-3449
700 Capitol Avenue
Frankfort, KY 40601
http://www.state.ky.us/agencies/finance/attract/capitol2.htm
25 miles west of Lexington.
Begun in 1905 and completed in 1910, Kentucky's massive State Capitol
building is known as one of the most beautiful, and awe-inspiring,
statehouses in the nation. 27 miles west of Lexington.
Labrot
& Graham Distillery
859-879-1812
7855 McCracken Pike
Versailles, Ky 40383
28 miles from Lexington.
http://www.l-g.com/
This distillery has been restored by Brown-Forman. It is the only
facility in the state making bourbon using the original Scottish
"pot still" method. The distillery has been restored with
visitors in mind, and offers exhibits on the history and heritage
of bourbon, tours of the facility and a gift shop featuring Kentucky
crafts and other premium gift items.
Liberty
Hall State Historic Site
(502) 227-2560
or (888) 516-5101
218 Wilkinson Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
http://www.libertyhall.org/brownhistory.html
27 miles west of Lexington.
The combined guided tour of two historic homes begins at Liberty
Hall, home of Kentucky's first senator, John Brown, and then takes
you next door to the Orlando Brown House, designed by Gideon Shryock
for Senator Brown's son, Orlando.
McDowell
House, Apothecary & Gardens
(859) 236-2804
125 South Second Street
Danville, KY 40422
http://www.danville-ky.com/BoyleCounty/mcdowell.htm
35 miles southwest of Lexington.
Dr. Ephraim McDowell made medical history here on Christmas morning,
1809, when he successfully removed an ovarian tumor from Jane Todd
Crawford. This was the first such surgery in the world. The house
includes period furnishings and an apothecary shop with a fascinating
collection of early pharmaceutical and medical equipment.
Nannie
Clay Wallis Arboretum
(859) 987-6158
616 Pleasant Street
Paris, KY 40361
18 miles north of Lexington.
This seven-acre arboretum, headquarters of the Garden Club of Kentucky,
is a delightful display of 100 varieties of trees,2 fish pools,
rose garden and numerous flowering plants.
Norton
Center For THe Arts
Centre College
Danville, KY
(859) 236-4692 or Toll Fre 877-Hit Show (448-7469)
http://www.nortoncenterforthearts.com/
Nostalgia
Station Toy & Train Museum
(859) 873-2497
279 Depot Street
Versailles, KY 40383
http://www.ohwy.com/ky/n/nosttotr.htm
10 miles west of Lexington.
Located in a former 1911 L&N Railroad station, this museum exhibits
antique model trains, antique toys and railroad memorabilia. The
gift shop sells gauge trains and accessories as well as train-related
items.
Old
Cane Ridge Meeting House
(859) 987-5350
1655 Cane Ridge Road
(Ky. Route 537)
Paris, KY 40361
http://www.sendrevival.com/history/caneridge/old_cane_ridge_meeting_house.htm
25 miles north of Lexington.
Cane Ridge Meeting House in Bourbon County was the site of the famous
Cane Ridge revival of 1801, when 20,000 to 30,000 people assembled
for a camp meeting that had a profound influence on American and
frontier religion. The meeting house is the original building, built
in 1791, and is the largest one-room log structure in the United
States, seating 400 people. There is also a museum building and
pioneer graveyard on the 5-acre area. Picnic areas are located on
the grounds.
Old
Fort Harrod State Park
(859) 734-3314
(859) 734-3346 ("The Legend of Daniel Boone")
South College Street
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
http://www.state.ky.us/agencies/parks/ftharrd2.htm
29 miles southwest of Lexington.
This reconstructed pioneer fort commemorates the first permanent
settlement west of the Alleghenies,built by James Harrod near this
site in 1774. The cabins include authentic pioneer furniture and
crafts people in pioneer dress demonstrate such skills as blacksmithing,
quilting and dollmaking. The park also includes a pioneer cemetery;
the Mansion Museum, including Civil War and Indian displays; the
George Rogers Clark Memorial; and the cabin in which Abraham Lincoln's
parents were married. In the summer months, outdoor performances
of "Daniel Boone" are given in the park's amphitheater.
Perryville
Battlefield State Historic Site
(859) 332-8631
P.O. Box 296
1825 Battlefield Road
Perryville, KY 40468
http://www.danville-ky.com/BoyleCounty/perryenh.htm
40 miles southwest of Lexington.
Perryville Battlefield is the site of Kentucky's bloodiest, and
most important, Civil War battle. The battle marked a fatal loss
of the initiative for the South. Each October, the battle is re-enacted.
Throughout the year, living history activities with costumed interpreters
may be available. Call the park for availability information.
Rebecca-Ruth
Candy
(502) 223-7475
or (800) 444-3766
http://store.yahoo.net/rebeccaruth/index.html
Located in historic downtown Frankfort, Rebecca-Ruth Candy is known
as the originator of Bourbon Candy. Tours are free and include free
candy samples. Tour highlights include "Edna's Table, a 12-foot
curved marble table that was once a bar top in the Old Captiol Hotel,
and an antique candy furnace with hand-stirred copper kettles that
are still used to this day.
Renfro
Valley Entertainment Center
(606) 256-2638
(800) 765-7464
45 miles south of Lexington.
http://www.renfrovalley.com/
This nationally known country music center began in 1939 as network
radio broadcasts hosted by founder John Lair. Today, Renfro Valley
is the country music capital of Kentucky, offering ten different
live shows, headliner concert series, special events and festivals
from March through December. The Barn Dance Show features traditional
country music; the Jamboree features contemporary country sounds.
Other shows include Best of Both Show; Mountain Gospel Jubliee,
Sunday Morning Gathering'; and a variety of Saturday Showcases.
Shaker
Village of Pleasant Hill
(859) 734-5411
or (800) 734-5611
3501 Lexington Road
Harrodsburg, KY 40330
25 miles southwest of Lexington.
http://www.shakervillageky.org/
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is the largest restored Shaker community,
with 2800 acres of farmland and 33 restored 19th-century buildings.
Visitors can view Shaker furniture and artifacts, learn how Shaker
crafts were made through live demonstrations, and enjoy a variety
of special music and dance performances and special activities.
Fourteen buildings are open for tour. Dining is available. Kentucky
River excursions aboard the paddlewheeler Dixie Belle are given
several times daily from April through October.
Toyota
Motor Manufacturing, U.S.A
(502) 868-3027
or 1-800-866-4485
1001 Cherry Blossom Way
Georgetown, KY 40324
http://www.toyotageorgetown.com/
12 miles north of Lexington.
Since production began in 1988, this Toyota auto plant has won numerous
quality awards, including three prestigious Gold Plant Awards as
the top manufacturing plant in North America from industry group
J.D. Power & Associates. This is Toyota's largest production
plant in North America. During Toyota plant tours, a tram carries
visitors through the Stamping, Body Weld and Assembly sections of
the plant. You can explore the Visitors Center, where interactive
exhibits explain Kentucky teamwork and the Toyota production system
and philosophies.
White
Hall State Historic Shrine
(859) 623-9178
500 White Hall Shrine Road
Richmond, KY 40475-9159
http://www.state.ky.us/agencies/parks/whthall.htm
23 miles south of Lexington.
This was the beautiful home of Cassius Marcellus Clay and is interesting
both architecturally and historically. Clay was one of the Bluegrass
region's most colorful 19th-century personalities and was known
as the "Lion of White Hall,". He was an outspoken abolitionist,
newspaper publisher, U.S. Minister to Russia, and friend of Abraham
Lincoln. The elaborate Italianate mansion had central heating and
indoor plumbing in the mid-19th century, an unusual feature for
its time, and is furnished with many original Clay family items.
Wild
Turkey Distillery
(502) 839-4544
P.O. Box 180
1525 Tyrone Road
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342
http://www.wildturkeybourbon.com/home.asp
23 miles west of Lexington.
In 1893, bourbon from this distillery was selected from over 400
whiskeys to represent Kentucky at the World's Fair. The same fine
101 proof Wild Turkey bourbon is still made today. Visitors will
tour the fermentation and bottling areas as well as timbered warehouses
to experience the sites, sounds and smells of a working distillery.
Lexington
Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.visitlex.com
This web page tells many things about Lexington, Kentucky including
the history, location, geography, population, climate, safety, media,
liquor laws, time zone, colleges and universities, recreation, corporations
and industry, sales and hotel taxes, important phone numbers and
visitor planning guide information.
Indoor Malls
The
Shops at Lexington Center (Civic Center Shops)
A collection of stores conveniently located downtown.
410 West Vine Street
(859) 233-4567
http://www.lexingtoncenter.com/shops/CCShopsMAP.htm
Open: Monday thru Friday 10-6. Saturdays 10-6. Sundays 12-5.
Fayette
Mall
Second largest mall in Kentucky with more than 120 shops.
3401 Nicholasville Road
(800) 972-9874
(859) 272-3493
http://www.shopfayette-mall.com/mall/fayette/fayette.nsf/main?OpenForm
Open: Monday thru Friday 10-9. Saturdays 10-9. Sundays 12-6.
Turfland
Mall
Department and retail stores.
2033 Harrodsburg Road
(859) 276-4411
Open: Monday through Friday 10-9. Saturdays 10-9. Sundays 12-6.
The
Mall at Lexington Green
Home of Joseph-Beth Booksellers, Artique and more.
161 Lexington Green Circle
(859) 245-1513
Open: Seven days a week. Hours vary
Victorian
Square
A variety of shops in a renovated block of Victorian buildings.
401 West Main Street
(859) 252-7575
http://www.victoriansquareshoppes.com/
Open: Monday thru Friday 10-6. Saturday 10-6. Sunday 1-5. Extended
shopping hours every Thursday night till 8.
Unique Shopping Areas
Chevy
Chase Village
A thriving center near University of Kentucky with a varied mix
of shopping.
Euclid Avenue and High Street
Clay
Avenue Shops
Antiques and more, located on a charming historical street.
Clay Avenue.
Off East Main Street
Hamburg
Pavilion
An impressive grouping of major department, discount and retail
stores.
Man o’ War Exit, off I-75
http://www.hamburgplace.com/page0004.htm
Bluegrass Specialities
Artique
Fascinating artwork and collectibles.
The Shops at Lexington Center
(859) 233-1774
http://www.artiquegallery.com/index.html
The Mall at Lexington Green
(859) 272-8802
Balagula
World Boutique
Artfully eclectic imported gifts
112 Esplanade
(859) 259-2754
http://www.balagula.com/
The
Craftsman Collection
Furniture, Lighting, Gifts, Accessories & Rugs
2551 Regency Road
(859) 277-7500
http://www.craftsmancollection.com
BB
Home & Garden
Furnishings, crafts and more.
246 Walton Avenue
(859) 259-0303
Crystal
on Vine
Crystal, cut glass, fine china
400 Old Vine
(859) 253-2946
Hornes
of the Bluegrass
135 North Broadway
Geargetown, KY
(502) 570-0190
http://www.hornesofthebluegrass.com/horne/
Glover’s
Bookery
Used and rare books.
862 South Broadway
(859) 253-0614
http://www.abebooks.com/home/gloversbookery/
Joseph
Beth Booksellers
Named America’s Best Bookstore by "Publisher’s Weekly."
The Mall at Lexington Green
(859) 273-2911
http://www.josephbeth.com/
The
Keeneland Shop
Equine specialty items. (Open year round.)
Keeneland Race Course
4201 Versailles Road
(859) 288-4236
http://www.keeneland.com/gift/contact.asp
Kentucky
Horse Park Gift Shop
Equine specialty items.
4089 Iron Works Parkway
(859) 259-4234
http://www.kygiftshop.com/
Kentucky
Korner
University of Kentucky and Bluegrass memorabilia.
The Shops at Lexington Center
(859) 231-8899
Fayette Mall
(859) 271-0081
The
Kentucky Store
Kentucky souvenirs. T-shirts.
Victorian Square
401 West Main Street
(859) 255-7760
Third
Street Stuff
Wild and funky handpainted goods.
257 North Limestone
(859) 255-5301
Antiques
Ann
Greely Interiors and Antiques
497 East Main Street
(859) 367-0200
http://www.louisvilleantiquedealers.com/anngreely/
Antique
Mall at Historic Danville
158 North Third Street
Danville, KY
(859) 236-3026
http://www.fabric-unlimited.com/antique.html
Antiques
& Collectibles
528 Angliana Avenue
(859) 255-7309
Dana
Kelly Oriental Rugs
870 East High Street
(859) 266-7802
The
Gift Box
171 West Lowry Lane
(859) 278-2399
Heritage
Antique Galleries
380 East Main Street
(859) 253-1035
Irish
Acres
4205 Fords Mill Road
(859) 873-7235
http://www.irishacresgallery.com/gallery.html
Lafayette
Galleries
The Shops at Lexington Center
410 West Vine Street
(859) 253-1633
http://www.lafayettegalleries.com/
Lenabelle
Harkins Antiques
732 National Avenue
(859) 253-0137
Lexington
Antique Gallery
637 East Main Street
(859) 231-8197
http://www.louisvilleantiquedealers.com/lexingtonantiquegallery/
Lexington
Antiques and Collectibles
(April -October)
528 Angliana Avenue
(859) 255-7309
L.V.
Harkness
531 West Short Street
(859) 225-7474
http://www.lvharkness.com/
Meadowthorpe
Antique Mall
1463 Leestown Road
(859) 255-2607
Old
Towne Antique Mall
161 North Main Street
Versailles, KY
(859) 873-6326
Pless
Antiques
247 North Broadway
(859) 252-4842
Shelley’s
Limited
765 East Seventh Street
(859) 225-7426
Thomas
Baldwin Antiques
115 Clay Avenue
(859) 381-9820
http://www.louisvilleantiquedealers.com/thomasbaldwin/
Barbecue
Billy's
Bar-B-Q
101 Cochran Road
(859) 269-9593
http://www.billysbarbq.com/
Specializes in Western Kentucky-style hickory pit Bar-B-Q. They
can also cater your event, large or small. Don't leave Lexington
without trying their "dillickles" (breaded fried pickle
slices--no kidding, they're great!)
Damon's
1920 Pleasant Ridge Drive
(859)264-8023
http://www.damons.com/
This a great place for award-winning ribs. Sports fans love the
four large-screen TVs and the indoor golf simulator. They also have
a private dining room, perfect for parties!
Bluegrass Fare
Cafe
Jennifer
111 Woodland Avenue
(859)255-0709
Acozy but classy retreat at The Woodlands condominiums with innovative
regional cuisine. Try the bourbon-glazed salmon!
Emmett's
Restaurant
1097 Duval Street
(859) 245-4444
Innovative Southen cuisine in a beautifully restored home awaits
you at Emmett's Restaurant out Tates Creek Road. Try the blackened
NY strip with warm blue cheese gravy.
Ramsey's
Diner
496 East High Street
(859) 259-2708
For a stick-to-your-ribs Bluegrass meal, the original Ramsey's Diner
is the place to stop. Try the delicious homegrown veggies, a Hot
Brown sandwich and, for dessert, May Day pie. Now that's a dinner
as traditional as red roses on Kentucky Derby day.
DeSha's
101 North Broadway
(859) 259-3771
www.deshas.com
The extensive menu at deSha's in Victorian Square is full of regional
delights such as the Kentucky Hot Brown sandwich and Derby Pie®,
as well as other tried and true Kentucky favorites. The adjoining
Nicholson's Cigar Bar is fashionably classic -- serving premium
cigars, fine scotches and single-barrel bourbons.
Burgers
Lynagh's
Irish Pub & Grill
384 Woodland Avenue
(859) 255-6614 or (859) 255-1292
http://www.pubcrawler.com/Template/ReviewWC.cfm/flat/BrewerID=102426
Being featured in Southern Living for having the best hamburgers
in the Bluegrass is no easy task, but two Lexington eating establishments
have taken the prize. The O'Round at Lygnah's Irish Pub is truly
a tribute to the Lexington's Celtic heritage, ranking up there with
the limestone fences built in the early 1800s by Irish stonemasons.
Cafes
Joesph-Beth
Booksellers
(859) 273-2911
http://www.josephbeth.com/
Dinner at a bookstore? But what a bookstore! Joseph-Beth Booksellers
in the Mall at Lexington Green was recently named America's Best
Bookstore by "Publisher's Weekly". The store's Cafe is
a great place to enjoy lunch, dinner or dessert before or after
browsing.
Garden
Cafe
900 North Broadway
(859) 252-6837
Flag Fork Herb Farm has a charming cafe overlooking their gardens.
Garden Cafe on North Broadway features sandwiches, soups and desserts
featuring fresh-grown ingredients.
Caribbean
The
Atomic Cafe
265 North Limestone
(859) 254-1969
The Atomic Cafe is a little bit of the islands in the city. Caribbean-inspired
entrees and reggae music in the background make this a delightful
and different dining experience.
Coffee Shops
Common
Grounds Coffee House
343 East High
(859) 233-9761
http://www.commongroundsoflexington.com/
Rotating local arts exhibits and live acoustic music make Common
Grounds Coffee House a favorite with all age groups. It's also popular
for Sunday brunch.
Starbucks
Lexington's newest Starbucks is downtown near the convention center
with a view of Triangle Park. Corner of Main and Broadway. The original
Lexington Starbucks is in the Student Center at the University of
Kentucky. There's also one in Chevy Chase at High and Ashland.
Coffee
Times Coffee House
2571 Regency Road
(859)277-9140
Coffee Times Coffee House on Regency road is a retail store and
coffee bar, with coffee by the pound roasted on the spot. Come enjoy
the aroma.
Contemporary
Pacific
Pearl
1050 Chinoe Road
(859) 266-1611
Enjoy the beautiful interior design of the unusual Pacific Pearl,
where Pacific Rim meets contemporary American cuisine. There's an
impressive martini menu as well!
Natasha's
Cafe
112 Esplanade
(859)259-0203
www.beetnik.com
Natasha's Cafe has a new home downtown on Esplanade. Enjoy an international
buffet at lunch and table service in the evenings. Check out our
website and you'll understand why this place should be on your to-do
list.
Fine Dining
A
La Lucie
159 North Limestone
(859) 252-5277
Lexington is blessed with a variety of fine dining options. Be sure
to try the city's most "uptown" downtown restaurant, a
la lucie's. Small but unforgettable!
Nadines
3735 Harrodsburg Road
(859) 223-0797
Nadines, operated by the same owner, is lucie's more casual cousin.
The food is "gourmet American," and there's always a great
list of specials.
Jonathan's
120 West 2nd Street
(859)252-4949
http://www.jonathanatgratzpark.com/
Jonathan's at the historic Gratz Park Inn has redefined regional
cuisine. There's an elegant dining room and an intimate bar. Try
the King Crab cornbread cakes.
Malone's
3347 Tates Creek Road
(859) 335-6500
http://www.malonesrestaurant.com/
Malone's is fast becoming the place for steak and seafood. Their
newly opened piano bar "Oscar's" offers a wide selection
of wine and cigars.
German
Marikka's
411 Southland Drive
(859) 275-1925
Famous for its authentic German cuisine and the most extensive beer
list in Lexington, Marikka's is not for "waist-watchers."
Try all of their brews, which number over 300, to receive the highest
honor: your name penned on the ceiling above the bar.
Historic Atmosphere
Dudley's
380 South Mill Street
(859) 252-1010
http://www.dudleysrestaurant.com/
Dudley's is located in a restored 1881 school building just a couple
of blocks from the downtown business district. Adventurous continental
entrees, a good wine list and cozy bar make Dudley's a local favorite
for lunch and dinner.
Murrays
3955 Harrodsburg Road
(859) 219-9922
Dine in a 1916 converted mansion at Murrays out Harrodsburg Road.
Specialties include caramelized roasted pork and fried chicken Maryland.
The
Mansion at Griffin Gate
1720 Newtown Pike
(859) 288-6142
http://www.mansionrestaurant.com/
Set in an elegant "Old-South" home adjacent to the Marriott's
Griffin Gate Resort, The Mansion at Griffin Gate features continental
cuisine and impeccable service.
Indian
Kashmir
341 South Limestone Street
(859)233-3060
http://www.kashmirindian.com/
Experiment with delicious East Indian dishes at Kashmir Indian Restaurant
near the University of Kentucky Campus. As guests of the Singh family,
you'll enjoy traditional Indian cuisine and excellent service.
India
Palace
122 West Maxwell
(859) 255-4858
At India Palace, also near UK, you can indulge in an extravagant
lunch buffet. They are open for dinner as well, serving Indian dishes,
spicy or mild.
Italian
Giuseppe's
Ristorante Italian
4456 Nicholasville Road
(859) 272-4269
http://www.giuseppeslexington.com/
Offers traditional and nouveau Italian cuisine and an extensive
wine list. Enjoy live music most evenings.
Fazoli's
(859) 293-0919
http://www.fazolis.com/
Fazoli's, a fast-food chain founded in Lexington, serves up "real
Italian, real fast." The company is also growing real fast
and if there's not one in your hometown now, there will be soon!
Paisano's
Italian Ristorante
2417 Nicholasville Road (859)277-5321
1765 Alexandria (859)260-7722
You can dine on Veal Marsala, Florentine rolls, spaghetti carbonara
and other Italian favorites.
Portofino
249 East Main Street
(859) 253-9300
http://www.themusicdifference.com/vendors/single-119-lexington-ky-locations-portofino.html
Portofino serves sophisticated Italian cuisine with a California
attitude! Located in a converted warehouse downtown, it is known
for it's great ambience with a handsome bar, fireplace and romantic
outdoor patio.
Japanese
Tachibana's
785 Newtown Court
(859) 254-1911
The nearby Toyota Motor Manufacturing plant has not only brought
thousands of jobs to central Kentucky, it's also helped to attract
wonderful Japanese restaurants. Tachibana's is located just minutes
from the Camry and Avalon factory. The menu is authentic and the
seafood is fresh.
Local Favorites
Cafe
on the Park
(859)281-3773
http://cafeonthepark.com/
You can dine with a wonderful view of downtown's Triangle Park at
Cafe on The Park. Relaxed upscale American cuisine at its best with
a fine selection of wines. In the Radisson Plaza Hotel at Broadway
and Vine Streets.
Cheapside
Bar & Grill
131 Cheapside
(859) 254-0046
http://www.cheapsidebarandgrill.com/
A hot spot for happy hour downtown. With a Southwest dining room,
Victorian pub and tropical patio, there's a little something for
everyone.
Furlong's
735 East Main
(859)266-9000
Furlong's has horse country atmosphere but delicious Cajun cuisine.
There's a great happy hour with many appetizers two-for-one.
Melodeon
200 West Main Street
(859)226-9333
Melodeon is a bustling downtown bistro by day and lively cocktail
spot by night. Come for eclectic sandwiches, soups and salads.
Merrick
Inn
3380 Tates Creek Road
(859) 269-5417
When you ask locals to name the top restaurants in town, Merrick
Inn is usually on the list. The Inn serves regional specialties
in a classic atmosphere.
Roger's
Restaurant
808 South Broadway
(859) 254-1077
You'd swear mom was in the kitchen at Roger's Restaurant, Lexington's
oldest eating establishment. Their daily specials, including fried
chicken, pot roast and chicken n' dumplings, are enough to make
you wish they could cater your family dinners.
Mexican
Jalapeno's
1030 South Broadway
(859) 281-5171
Inexpensive Mexican delights, a bright atmosphere and friendly service
are hallmarks of the new Jalapeno's on South Broadway.
El
Chico's
3010 Lakecrest Circle
(859) 224-1002
Warm up to some of the spiciest food in town or cool down during
weekday happy hour at El Chico's.
Pizza
Joe
Bologna's
120 West Maxwell Street
(859) 252-4933
For the biggest bread sticks (or should we say loaves) and the best
local pizza, try Joe Bologna's, or as the natives call it, "Joe
B's." Located in a historic Jewish temple complete with stain
glass windows, the interior of the restaurant is truly unique.
Seafood
Regatta
Seafood & Grille
161 Lexington Green Circle
(859)273-7875
http://www.themusicdifference.com/vendors/single-124-lexington-ky-locations-regatta-seafood-and-grill-restaurant.html
Regatta Seafood & Grille has some of the freshest seafood in
town. A bottomless salad is served with all entrees. Ask for a seat
over looking the water.
Tea Rooms
Green
Tree Tea Room
521 West Short Street
(859) 455-9660
http://www.louisvilleantiquedealers.com/greentree/
Green Tree Tea Room is open Wednesday through Saturday for luncheon
tea at noon and afternoon tea at 3p.m. Fine period furnishings are
for sale next door.
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Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.visitlex.com
This web page includes descriptions of live entertainment from Lexington
in the following areas of interest: performing arts, jazz and blues,
college crowd, comedy, concerts, country and western, festivals,
oldies, rock, and theaters.
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Movie Listings
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Lexington
Opera House
430 West Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
(859) 233-4567
http://www.lexingtonoperahouse.com
The Lexington Opera House recently observed its Silver Season, noting
with pride that its courageous move to renovate the theatre at a
time when other cities were building parking lots where their theatres
had been was a successful idea.
Transportation
Airline,
Bus and Taxi transportation services Information.
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