Happy National Kentucky Day! Today we observe the 15th state to join the union back on June 1, 1792.
This southeastern state is bounded by the Ohio River in the north and the Appalachian Mountains in the east, with Frankfort the state capital.
The state's largest city, Louisville, is home to the Kentucky Derby, the renowned horse race held at Churchill Downs on the first Saturday in May. The race is preceded by a two-week festival and celebrated in the Kentucky Derby Museum year-round.
Kentucky became the first to enter the union west of the Appalachian Mountains.
Home to the Kentucky Derby, Fort Knox and the birthplace of one the nation’s most beloved presidents, Kentucky is bordered by rivers on three of its four boundaries.
Musical roots run deep in Kentucky. There’s opportunity from ancient history to modern day to explore all variety of music the state holds dear.
When it comes to athletic pursuits, Kentuckians are skilled both on and off the court. The Kentucky Derby, one of the jewels of the Triple Crown, takes place in May every year in Louisville.
Founded in 1875, the derby holds many traditions, including serving mint juleps.
On the court and the field, they keep up a fierce rivalry with their Hoosier neighbors. Basketball, in particular, has held a strong tradition in the state.
On the court and the field, they keep up a fierce rivalry with their Hoosier neighbors. Basketball, in particular, has held a strong tradition in the state.
Daniel Boone blazed trails through Kentucky, and several state parks and sites bear his name. Along those paths are all the natural wonders of Kentucky.
From the Mammoth Caves (they are mammoth because they’re the longest in the world) to the national forests, crystal clear lakes and magnificent waterfalls.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Join National Day Calendar® as they recognize Kentucky’s hidden treasures and natural beauty. Uncover tucked away places and find all Kentucky has to offer! Use #NationalKentuckyDay to share on social media.
"Determine that the thing can and shall be done, and then we shall find a way." ~Abraham Lincoln
For a complete list of Kentucky State and National Parks & Historic Sites visit www.parks.ky.gov and www.nps.gov. Check out a few of the featured sites around the state below.
NATURE and HISTORY
Abraham Lincoln Birthplace – Hodgenville
Cumberland Gap – Middlesboro
Mammoth Cave National Park – Mammoth Cave
Boone Station State Historic Site – Lexington
Carter Caves State Resort Park – Olive Hill
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park – Louisville
Perryville Battlefield State Hisoric Site – Perryville
Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site – Wickliffe
MUSEUMS
Kentucky Derby Museum – Lousiville
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory – Louisville
KMAC Museum – Louisville
Muhammad Ali Center – Louisville
Creation Museum – Petersburg
Kentucky Museum – Bowling Green
Civil War Museum – Bardstown
General George Patton Museum Of Leadership – Fort Knox
Bluegrass Heritage Museum – Winchester
Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum – Mt Vernon
The Lincoln Museum – Hodgenville
African American Heritage Center – Franklin
Hidden Treasures
Vent Haven Museum – Fort Mitchell
Troublesome Creek – Clayhole
Colonel Sanders Grave – Louisville
South Union Shaker Village – Auburn
We also observe these famous figures born in Kentucky of whom are still recognized today for their past accomplishments, heroics, talents, ingenuity and innovations: Abraham Lincoln, Kit Carson, Isaac Burns Murphy, Patty & Mildred Hill, D. W. Griffith, Garrett Morgan, John Scopes, Harriette Simpson Arnow, Cliff Hagan, Loretta Lynn, Willie "Jay" Lee Webb, Hunter S. Thompson, Peggy Sue, Diane Sawyer, Crystal Gayle, Tyson Gay, and Jennifer Lawrence.
Visit the link below to see those of notable birth who were not mentioned on the list above.
Here’s to The Bluegrass State!
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