WESTERN WATERLANDS Regional Highlights In the Great River Road Region , comprising Kentucky’s westernmost counties bordering the mighty Mississippi River, find a wildlife refuge, one of the country’s few remaining riverboat ferries and plenty of outdoor recreation. See hairy lipfern among glade species growing within the Nature Conservancy’s Mantle Rock Nature Preserve in Smithland. A natural refuge anchored by a 30-foot-high sandstone bridge, it bears history’s imprint as the path the Cherokee Nation trod — a certified site on the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail. Journey through the solar system. Wish upon a shooting star. Meet Greek Mythology’s dragon of the sea — the constellation, Cetus. Experience these immersive programs and others projected on the 360-degree, 40-foot domed theater with surround sound at Golden Pond Planetarium and Observatory within Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. 1 Perfect Playdate 2 Hallowed Ground Step into the Victorian splendor of the Smith-Garrett manse at Princeton’s Adsmore Museum and into a time capsule of top hats and tatting. Peek into the lifestyle and legacy of a prominent Kentucky family through original furnishings and four different annual exhibits, each creating a unique interactive experience. Batter Capital of the World ? Yes! Hopkinsville celebrates its proclamation with giant sculptures — wheat stalk, pancake stack, batter bowl (all irresistible selfie stops) — as well as Batter Capital Field to Fork farm tours, a pancake art experience, a September cornbread competition and restaurants whipping up wheat-based specialty recipes. Kick back with a kaleidoscope of butterflies at Oak Grove’s Viceroy Butterfly Garden , a hidden treasure that is a Certified Monarch Waystation as well as a place of refuge for both winged and wingless creatures. See more than 2,000 butterflies take flight at Oak Grove’s Annual Butterfly Festival in September. 4 Living History Museum 5 Hey, Batter, Batter 3 To the Moon! 6 A Flutter of Butterflies 2 4 1 5 3 6 National Parks State Resort Parks State Recreational Parks State Historic Parks 92 #TravelKY
The Official Kentucky Visitor's Guide The Official Kentucky Visitor's Guide 2024: Page 92
