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Lincoln Bicentennial 2008-2010
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"Hoofprints on the Stairs"A Civil War musical drama depicting Lebanon's role in the Civil War. Held in Augst, it features General John Hunt Morgan during one of his raids on Lebanon. Seating is limited, bring your favorite lawnchair.MarionLebanon
"Stephen Foster-The Musical"This spectacular musical, with a cast of more than 50 performers, is based on the life of America’s first great composer, Stephen Foster. Many of Foster’s most popular songs are featured, including “Oh Susanna” and “My Old Kentucky Home.” Mid-June through Mid-August, nightly at 8:30 p.m., except Mon.; Sat. matinee in an indoor theater at 2 p.m. NelsonBardstown
Abbey Of Gethsemani Visitor CenterThe center offers displays and a video presentation about monastery life as well as a gift shop with Gethsemani Farms’ products. The Abbey, founded in 1848 by the Order of Trappist Cistercians, is home today to Trappist monks who open doors to spiritual seekers from all over the world. NelsonBardstown
Ashes Creek Schoolhouse Historic buildings, trails, breathtaking views of the lake. SpencerTaylorsville
Bardstown/Nelson County Historical MuseumIn Spalding Hall (circa 1820), this extensive collection includes an original porcupine-quill-decorated Indian coat and one of the first Kentucky long rifles made in Bardstown by renowned gunsmith, Jacob Rizer. (circa 1835). A variety of Historical artifacts, up to and including WWII, is on display. NelsonBardstown
Basilica of St Joseph's Proto-CathedralFirst Catholic Cathedral west of the Allegheny Mountains, the church was built in 1816-1819. This historic edifice contains fine paintings, gifts of Francis (King of the two Siciles) and Pope Leo XII. Donations requested. HA NelsonBardstown
Belle of Louisville Memorial Day - Labor Day, individual and group rates. Built in 1914, the Belle is the nation's oldest operating Mississippi-style stern-wheel steam-boat. JeffersonLouisville
Black History GalleryFREE, Sat-Sun. Noon-S or by appointment. The Gallery's collection from Emma Reno Connor contains pictures, articles, biographies and prints depicting the accomplishments and events pertinent to the Black American experience.HardinElizabethtown
Bridges to the Past Walking TrailThe 150-year-old-stone bridges predating the Civil War along a stretch of the historic "L&N" Turnpike are located on Fort Knox, and are part of a heritage walking tour. The three bridges can be viewed from atop the roadway, as well as from under-neath. The self-paced walking tour provides a unique glimpse of the area exactly as it was 150 years ago, with no "invasion" of twentieth century advances. The visitor will enjoy a leisurely walk through a pristine, natural 19th-century valley.HardinRadcliff
Broadmoor Gardens & ConservatoryGardens: spring flowering bulbs, perrenial, English border, rose, all-white moon, iris, water gardens with pools, fountains, waterfalls. Tropical plant conservatory, peacocks, two-mile nature wildflower trail, animal topiaries, picnic areas, hayrides for groups. Tours by appointment, groups welcome.MeadeBrandenburg
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