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Around The Town Carriage
Open daily. Go back in time with a narrated, horse-drawn carriage tour through Historic Bardstown. Group tours available. Contact: "Jonesie."
223 N. Third Street, Bardstown, KY 40004, 502-348-0331. |
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Berheim Arboretum and Research Forest
Renowned arboretum and 14,000-acre forest preserve with nature center, picnic areas, hiking trails and lakes. No camping or hunting. Open 7am until sunset daily except Christmas day and New Year's Day. Free admission Mon.-Fri., $5.00 per vehicle on weekends and holidays.
Hwy. 245, Clermont, KY 40110, (502) 955-8512
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(12 miles) |
Bloomfield, Kentucky
A town full of history, on-going events and wonderful shopping opportunities. Contact Bloomfield City Hall or the Bardstown Tourist Commission.
P.O. Box 15, Bloomfield, KY 40008, (502) 252-8222 or One Court Square, Bardstown, KY 40004, 1-800-638-4877
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Bluegrass Motor Speedway
A high-banked 1/2 mile clay oval, Bluegrass Speedway features four exciting divisions of racing on a weekly basis. Gates open at 5:00pm on Saturdays (Summer months only). Located at exit 21 of the Bluegrass Parkway on Hwy 31E.
(502) 349-1241
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Chapeze House
The world wide home of Kentucky Bourbon and Fine Food Tastings, Kentucky Bourbon Cooking School and the Kentucky Bourbon Society. Bourbon,Wine and Fine Food Tastings each week. Experience Kentucky and Bardstown hospitality at its finest. Call for reservations or visit our web site for secure online ticket purchase. Contact: Colonel Michael Masters.
107 East Stephen Foster, Bardstown Kentucky 40004, local 349-0127, toll free 800-704-4917 |
(1 mile) |
Civil War Museum at Old Bardstown Village
The Civil War Museum has Kentucky's largest collection of artifacts featuring the "War of the West," portraying both the North and South. Open March 1-Dec. 15, Mon.-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm; Jan.- Feb., Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm. Group tours are available year round with prior reservations. 310 E. Broadway, Bardstown, KY 40004 The Women in the Civil War Museum - Women's roll in the civil war. Contact Rita Herrmann.
302 E. Broadway, Bardstown, KY 40004, (502) 349-0291
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Heaven Hill Heritage Center
Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5; Sundays 12-4. Closed Mondays, major holidays and Sundays in January and February. Tours run repeatedly throughout the day; last tour approximately one hour before close. Be our Guest- Admission is Free.
Hwy. 49 and Gilkey Run Road, Bardstown, KY 40004,
(502) 337-1000
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Heaven Hill Distilleries Trolley
Hop on-board this vintage-style trolley and take a narrated tour of Historic Bardstown, local attractions and Heaven Hill Distilleries, home of Evan Williams and Elijah Craig bourbons. $5 adults/ $3 children; runs year-round, daily except Mondays. Contact: Bardstown-Nelson County Tourist Commission.
One Court Square, Bardstown, KY 40004, 1-800-638-4877, info@visitbardstown.com
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The Homestead
The 20' X 40' three-story yellow poplar log home was built in 1785 with a slave wing added in 1830. It has been restored back to almost original condition. Small tours are available year round. Please call ahead. A wonderful piece of history. Open Sundays too.
3944 Bloomfield Road (Hwy 62E), Bardstown KY 40004, (502) 349-1777
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Jim Beam's American Outpost
Open year round. Mon.-Sat., 9am- 4:30pm, Sun. 1pm-4pm. Learn the rich heritage and modern day production of this 200-year-old distillery, home of the world's #1 bourbon. Purchase our upscale Small Batch Bourbons. Enjoy sampling of our bourbons while viewing the Beam Family Home - a National Historic site. Free Admission. Contact: Doris Calhoun.
Hwy. 245, Clermont, KY 40110 (502) 543-9877
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Kentucky Railway Museum
Museum open Mon.-Sat. 9am-4:30pm and Sun. 12:30-5pm. Closed most holidays. Bells, lights, and steam whistles abound at Kentucky's official railway museum. Take a ride through the scenic Rolling Fork River Valley. Special Events are scheduled throughout the year. AAA discounts. Contact: Lynn Dawson.
P.O. Box 240, New Haven, KY 40051 (502) 549-5470 or 1-800-272-0152
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Makers Mark Distillery
Open year round Mon-Sat, 10:30am-3: 30pm, Sun, 1:30pm-3: 30pm.(CLOSED SUNDAYS in JAN & FEB) Tours are hourly on the half hour. Enjoy a guided tour through the plant and see how Bourbon is made. Purchase a souvenir bottle and hand dip in our signature red wax. Free admission. Contact: Donna Nally.
3350 Burkes spring Road, Loretto, KY 40037, (270)865-2099
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My Old Kentucky Home Dinner Train
Exquisite 1940's dining cars carry passengers through 2 hours of Kentucky countryside. Fine dining in exquisite surroundings. Open year-round. Lunch on Saturdays only. Dinner: Tues-Sat on a demanded basis. Reservations required. Handicapped individuals: 5 steps.
602 N. 3rd Street, Bardstown, KY 40004, (502) 348-7300
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My Old Kentucky Home State Park
Federal Hill was the inspiration for Stephen Foster's ballad, "My Old Kentucky Home." Today this Bardstown mansion is as endearing to visitors as it was in 1852 when Foster was inspired to write the song. Costumed guides escort you through the stately mansion. Open daily Sept-May, 9am-5:00pm, June-Aug 8:30am-6:30pm, (candlelight tours Nov 28-30, Dec 5-7 and 12-14); closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas and New Year's Eve and Day. Handicapped accessible on first floor only. Contact: Alice Heaton.
501 E. Stephen Foster Avenue, P.O. Box 323, Bardstown, KY 40004, (502) 348-3502 or 1-800-323-7803
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Old Bardstown Village
A village composed of original cabins dating for 1776-1820. Included are a wheelwright shop, a forge, a still house and an American Indian Museum. Open Mar 1- Dec 15, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, Noon-5pm; Jan & Feb open weekends only, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun, Noon-5pm. Contact: Rita Herrmann.
310 E. Broadway, Bardstown, KY 40004, (502) 349-0291
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Old County Jail
Includes a tour of the original 1874 jail and restored Jailer's Inn. This jail was the oldest operating jail in the state of Kentucky until 1987. It is basically unchanged. Touring the jails as you catch a glimpse of life seldom seen. Open Mar-Dec, Mon-Sat,2pm-6pm; Sun, 2pm-6pm. Contact Paul McCoy.
111 West Stephen Foster Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004, (502) 348-5551 or 1-800-948-5551
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The Old Stable
Famous for its traditional "All-You-Can-Eat" Southern evening buffet, sing-along, and hilarious comedy programs with lots of audience participation. On a demand basis, Reservation Required.
Contact: Steve Hayden.
116 W. Stephen Foster Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004,
(502) 348-3040
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Old Talbott Tavern
Built in 1779 this Bed & Breakfast and restaurant is the oldest western stagecoach stop in America. This stone building has been a silent witness to an amazing panorama of events and an upending parade of visitors from kings to pioneers and president to renegades. Open 11am-9pm.
107 West Stephen Foster Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004, (502) 348-3494 or 1-800-4Tavern
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Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History & the Bardstown Historical Museum
Two museums of great interest, one of the bourbon industry from pre-colonial days to the present. The other incorporates history and artifacts relating to the Bardstown and Nelson county area from the 1800's to the turn of the century. Donations requested. Open May-Oct, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat 10am-4pm: Sun, 1pm-5pm; Nov-April, Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1pm-4pm. Contact: Mary Ellen Hamilton. Located in Spalding Hall.
114 N. 5th St., Bardstown, KY 40004 (502) 348-2999
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Springhill Winery & Plantation Bed & Breakfast
Kentucky winery with tours, tasting, gift shopping and historic exhibit. Open Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm. Contact Eddie ODaniel.
3205 Springhill Road, Bloomfield, KY 40008, (502) 252-9463
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St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral/Minor Basilica
The first catholic cathedral west of the Allegheny Mountains. A National Landmark listed by the U.S. Library of Congress. This historic edifice contains fine paintings, gifts of Francis I, King of the Two Sicily's, and Pope Leo XII. Erected 1816-1819. Open year round-Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat, 9am-3pm; Sun, 1pm-5pm. Fee: $2.00 per person donation.
310 W. Stephen Foster Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004,
(502) 348-3126
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Stephen Foster - The Musical
America's favorite outdoor musical! June 7-Aug 15, 2008 (except Mondays), 8:30pm; Saturday indoor matinee at 2:00pm (2 1/2 hrs)
"Annie" *
Little Orphan Annie, Daddy warbucks, Miss Hannigan and all the beloved characters from this timeless musical, live on stage in Bardstown July 1 ~ Aug 16, 2008
Tuesday, Thursday and Sat at 8:30 PM
The Civil War *
A Lincoln Bicentennial Event. Drawing on letters, diaries, firsthand accounts and the words of Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass adn Walt Whitman, The Civil War is a thrilling, gut-wrenching and awe-inspiring dramatic theatrical concert.
Extended Season Mainstage Show
*Stephen Foster-The Musical will not play on these nights.
Live at the Park concert Series
Select Artists and dates - call Stephen Foster Productions for more information. P.O. Box 546, Hwy 150 Drama Drive, Bardstown KY 40004 J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre, My Old Kentucky Home State Park, (502) 348-5971 or 1-800-626-1563, email: info@stephenfoster.com
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Walking Tour
Self-guided tour. Pick up map at One Court Square, Bardstown, KY 40004.
1-800-638-4877, email: info@visitbardstown.com
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4 Area Golf Courses
- My Old Kentucky Home Golf Course
- Woodlawn Golf Course
- Maywood Golf Course
- Ceder Fill Golf Course
Call us at (502) 348-3977or email us for more info on each course.
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Bardstown's 2008 Calendar of Events.
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Bardstown-Nelson County Visitor's Center (4 blocks)
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Regional Area Attractions
Abraham Lincoln's Birthplace
(25 miles)
Elizabethtown, Kentucky (25 miles)
Louisville International Airport
(35 miles)
Six Flags Kentucky Museum
(37 miles)
Patton Museum (Fort Knox) (45 miles)
Skydive Kentucky (Elizabethtown) (25 Miles)
The Gold Vault (Fort Knox) (45 miles)
Lexington Bluegrass Airport
(59 miles)
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