Top Kentucky Arts & Design

Go beyond the grandstands with an experience that brings the Kentucky Derby to life. This admission ticket includes access to the Kentucky Derby Museum plus a guided tour of Churchill Downs Racetrack, giving you deeper insight than exploring on your own. Browse interactive exhibits and special displays while discovering the stories behind one of horse racing’s most iconic events.

Discover the history of Kentucky at the Bowling Green Train Museum, a popular choice for families with small children. After walking through the museum at your own pace, meet up with a guide for a tour of the museum’s collection of vintage railcars. Rather than wait on ticket lines, reserve in advance to head straight in and start exploring.

Explore an extensive collection of quilts and fiber art from the US and around the world with admission to the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky. The collection of work rotates many times each year, and highlights everything from regional designs to miniature quilts and antiques.

Get your bearings in Louisville and learn about two of the city’s most storied neighborhoods with this cultural and culinary stroll through the Original Highlands and Cherokee Park districts. Spot grand Victorian mansions, admire colorful murals, and nibble and sip your way along the historic tree-lined streets. Pass the final resting places of Mohammed Ali and Colonel Sanders, plus sample bourbon and local specialties.

3 floors and over 50,000 square feet of interactive exhibit experiences offering hands-on science fun for the whole family! Plus, enjoy amazing movies in our 4-Story Digital Theater.

Visitors can expect to be immersed in a unique art environment while they are led through the flavors of our of featured bourbon, RD1.

Step back in time and discover the history of Louisville during an immersive walking tour through the historic center. Listen to stories of wealthy titans who used to roam the streets as you explore sights including St. James Court, Ormsby Avenue, Floral Terrace, and Millionaires Row. You also have the chance to admire the old Victorian architecture that dots the neighborhood.

Discover Historic Old Louisville's rich architectural heritage on this walking tour that showcases the nation's largest contiguous Victorian Mansion district. Follow your guide through history-rich streets as they reveal the history behind these beautiful buildings and the surrounding area, and answer any questions you may have about the history and culture of Louisville. Bottled water and a hand fan are provided to keep you refreshed during the tour.

This is Lexington's ONLY Art Tour where you can enjoy the lively and vibrant local culture by connecting with the local eclectic arts scene. Fun and well-informed guides will lead you on a tour through the downtown district, introducing you to some of our many murals, public artworks and sculptures along the way while pointing out historic buildings and sharing entertaining stories that will keep you engaged. You will check out several galleries and exhibitions with a brief overview of work on display before ending this leisurely walk at Artists’ Attic – a 22 artists’ studio cooperative – where drinks and refreshments will be waiting. Here you will be able to watch artists at work and chat with them about their creative process.

Learn about one of America’s most fascinating first ladies at the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington. Skip the lines and save time since your ticket is included with the tour. Listen to tales from American history and about Ms. Lincoln's life as you walk though the childhood home of Abraham Lincoln's wife.

Riverview at Hobson Grove, the 1872 home of Atwood and Julia VanMeter Hobson, serves today as Warren County, Kentucky’s only historic house museum. Join a tour to learn about a typical “Kentucky House Divided” during the Civil War and how the quick thinking of Atwood Hobson saved his unfinished home from an invading army. Marvel at the meticulously restored decorative parlor ceilings, walls, and grained woodwork. Examine the many original furnishings and decorative objects belonging to the Hobson family. Take in the best views of Bowling Green from high atop the old Hobson House’s cupola and hear the fascinating tale of determined local citizens who saved this historic treasure for future generations to enjoy. Nestled in beautiful Hobson Grove Park, life in 19th century South Central Kentucky comes alive on a visit to Riverview at Hobson Grove Historic House Museum.

The Frazier History Museum is the top Kentucky history museum with iconic artifacts for people of all ages. This experience will bring you face to face with the most interesting and influential things in Kentucky's long history and establish what makes Kentucky so cool.

Old Louisville is home to impressive Victorian mansions that trace back to wealthy families in the 1800s. On this walking tour, uncover the eerie past of the neighborhood alongside a guide who regales you with several ghostly tales. Stop at several points of interest including the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, the Witches' Tree, and the Filson Historical Society.

Learn about one of America’s most fascinating first ladies with this admission ticket to the Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, Kentucky. It was the family home of the wife of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Take a self-guided tour of her childhood home to explore her story, which included controversy and tragedy.

Welcome to KMAC Contemporary Art Museum, Louisville's premier downtown arts and culture experience! Get a personalized introduction to Kentucky's bountiful arts scene with this private tour of KMAC. Please meet us at our location in the heart of the Historic Downtown district of Louisville, where a specialized guide will lead you through our exhibitions. We will begin on our first floor, where you can explore our gift shop and art. Discover exclusive fun facts about our featured artists, including names such as Picasso, Simone Leigh, and more! Along with your private tour, enjoy a 25% on drinks from our Barista Bar and a 15% discount in the KMAC Shop. Your tour is flexible according to your needs, as we are available for tours Wednesday-Sunday, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. Following your tour, enjoy the surrounding scenic views, vibrant restaurant scene, and culture in the downtown area. Don't skip this experience to remember during your time in Louisville!

This is a fun tour especially designed for art and foodie lovers. You will start with a visit to the unique Artists' Attic space, studio home to over 20 artists, then continue through downtown Lexington where you'll see and learn about the many arts features and landmarks as well as hear entertaining stories from your lively guide. The tour will then end in the lounge of 21c Museum Hotel with appetizers and the opportunity to buy a drink from the bar. A fun time to socialize and make new friends while surrounded by the hotel's amazing contemporary art collection and enjoying fabulous finger food.