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Points of Interest
within Walking Distance
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* The Lexington Opera House presents a variety of concerts, Ballet, and theatre productions.
* Rupp Arena hosts an assortment concerts and sports events.
* The Lexington's Explorium has a mixture of educational and entertaining exhibits geared for the
whole family.
* The Lexington Art Galleries present visitors with
unforgettable experiences.
* Jonathon At Gratz Park and many other fine downtown restaurants treat guests to a delicious meal and gracious hospitality.
* The Mary Todd Lincoln House was completed in 1806 and occupied by the Todd family from 1932 to 1849. Mary brought her family to visit her childhood home in
1847. Her husband, Abraham, spent hours in her father's extensive library, where he met the remarkable Henry Clay.
* The Hunt-Morgan House was built in 1814 by John Wesley Hunt, the first millionaire west of the Alleghenies. The house features the Alexander T. Hunt Civil War Museum.
* Transylvania
University offers a wide range of athletic and cultural activities year around.
* Horse Farm Tours can be arranged to explore horse farms, other thoroughbred attractions, and historic Lexington.
* WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour, featuring folksinger Michael Johnathon, is a live-audience radio show with grassroots artists from around the world.
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Points of Interest
within a Fifteen-Minute Drive
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* The morning workouts at the Keeneland Race Course are fascinating. Jockeys exercise the horses on the track from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m., weather permitting.
* The Kentucky Horse Park is a working horse farm and educational theme park. The Park hosts a variety of shows, exhibits, and competitions throughout the year, including the spectacular Winter "Southern Lights" exhibit. 800-678-8813
* The Headley-Whitney Museum is an educational institution that displays a diversity of decorative art.
* The University of Kentucky offers a wide range of athletic and cultural activities year around.
* The Joseph-Beth Booksellers provides customers with two stories of books and sidelines, expanded music and childrens' departments, and a full-service
restaurant overlooking the Lexington Green Lake.
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Points of Interest
within a Forty-Five Minute Drive
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* The Georgetown Antique Mall is another attraction worth exploring. The Mall has a fascinating assortment of collectables.
* Tours of the Central Kentucky Bourbon Distilleries and Wineries are fun and eductional. They also host a variety of special events.
* Visiting the historic Shaker Village is a memorable experience. The Shakers valued unity and simplicity, which are reflected in their music, art, and crafts.
* Berea is a graceful blend of southern hospitality and Appalachian culture. Berea is considered the Folk Arts and Crafts Capital of Kentucky.
* The Red River Gorge is a part of the Daniel Boone National Forest in eastern Kentucky. This area has spectacular geological features, primitive character,
wildflowers, and wildlife.
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Other Cultural Links:
The Lexington's Conventions and Visitors Center has more information on upcoming events in Lexington.
Lexington Ballet Company
Lexington Arts & Cultural Council
Lexington Children’s Theatre
Actors’ Guild of Lexington
University of Kentucky Art Museum
The Living Arts and Science Center
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