Places to Visit in Kentucky to Relive the Wild West

There are several places to visit in Kentucky that are both fun and educational.

The Bluegrass State has much to offer in the way of sightseeing. There are many places to visit in Kentucky that will remind you of the days when the wild west was in full swing. Horses and activities involving horses are great for the 'little bit of country' in all of us.

The Kentucky Derby

Visit Churchill Downs and if it is racing season you are bound to have an awesome time. This thoroughbred track is home to the annual Kentucky Derby. Recently ranked number five on a system for ranking the best racetracks, Churchill Downs beat out sixty other racetracks for their spot.

Lodging Famous Americans

Speaking of the days of the wild west, you will not want to miss the Old Talbott Tavern. This is one of the oldest buildings still in existence and is historically recognized as the "oldest western stagecoach stop in America".

See the paintings faded by time that have bullet holes rumored put there by the legendary Jesse James. The Talbott Tavern has also lodged other famous legends in the history of our country. Abraham Lincoln, Daniel Boone and Louis Philippe, an exiled French king are among the guests.

Music in Kentucky

If you are a music lover, one of the most interesting places to visit in Kentucky will definitely be the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum. This includes an instrument room, exhibiting the beginning of the music as it is known in Kentucky. Record your own song in a sound booth and explore the museum that holds relics from centuries ago.

The history of music in Kentucky is quite varied and ranges from the folk and bluegrass to country and jazz. Mountain music was the beginning for the music of today and Kentucky is proud of their past when it comes to the contributions they have made to the world of music. This is definitely a must see to appreciate the artifacts of music that are centuries old.

Morehead, Kentucky is home to the Kentucky Folk Art Center. This is one of the interesting places to visit in Kentucky if folk art is on your list. The center is home to over 1300 pieces of art from regional artists. Everything from the traditions of food to crafts, literature and storytelling. A great way to learn about the history of the Bluegrass state is by visiting the cultural centers in many areas of Kentucky.

Coal Mining

Kentucky is one of the states where coal was king. The Kentucky Coal Mining Museum will show you how much this area depended on the mining of coal. From the early days when the company store was a fixture among the coal mining towns in Appalachia, you can travel back in time and see what the life of the coal miner was like.

Their work, home and the lifestyle of the typical coal miner is portrayed as it was many years ago. The museum has four stories containing photos, antiques and machinery pertaining to one of the most dangerous jobs in our nations' history - coal mining.

Lynch, Kentucky, which is nearby has another museum. Offering the opportunity to experience what the miners experienced, take the Portal No. 31 Underground Mine Tour. Wear what the miners wore and tour the actual underground mine. Enjoy one of the most interesting places to visit in Kentucky and see what trials and tribulations our ancestors endured.

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