Ashland is the former estate of statesman Henry Clay, which was built in 1804 with his wife. He served as Speaker of the House, Secretary of State and ran for president three times unsuccessfully. Known as the "Great Compromiser," Clay and his descendants resided in the property, apart from a twenty-year stint when the home was used as a school, until 1959. This post … [Read more...] about Visiting Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate
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Exploring the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill isn't your standard tourist attraction. It's the site of a former village of people belonging to the Shaker faith. Many of the buildings are original and their nature reserve contains over 3,000 acres of countryside, hiking, biking, and horse riding trails. Set in the rolling hills of Harrodsburg, not far from Lexington, it brings a … [Read more...] about Exploring the Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Visiting the Buffalo Trace Distillery
The triangle area between Frankfort, Louisville, and Lexington is the heart of what's known as Bourbon Country, home to countless bourbon distilleries. Buffalo Trace Distillery is recognized as the oldest continually operating distillery in the United States. Distilling started on the site around 1773, but the first true distillery was opened in 1812 by Harrison Blanton, … [Read more...] about Visiting the Buffalo Trace Distillery
Visiting Kentucky’s Breweries
Kentucky may be known for its Bourbon Trail, but it's also home to a number of craft breweries, particularly in Lexington. If you're sick of the strong stuff, stop by any one of these breweries for a tour or just a quiet pint at the bar. While I only explored the Lexington beer scene, I still wanted to share about the great breweries in the city. Lexington Craft … [Read more...] about Visiting Kentucky’s Breweries
Weekend Guide to Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky is known for its association with the horse racing industry. While most visitors come for the races, there's so much more to see in this college town, home to the University of Kentucky and Transylvania University. Lexington is also located along the Bourbon Trail, lined with both craft and large bourbon distilleries. The craft beer scene is thriving as … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Lexington, Kentucky
