Salato Wildlife Education Center
A giant bronze statue of an elk at the entrance welcomes visitors to the Salato Wildlife Education Center, a place where Kentuckians can enjoy the thrill of nature in an urban setting. Located on the grounds which serve as headquarters for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, the Salato Wildlife Education Center…
Frankfort is Home to one of the Few Remaining Covered Bridges in Kentucky
"Just before World War II, covered bridges — also called kissing bridges — could be found all over Kentucky, spanning rivers and creeks. Now, only 11 remain." - Aaron Mudd, Lexington Herald Leader One of these bridges, Switzer Covered Bridge, is located here in Frankfort, Kentucky. Built by George Hockersmith, the historic Switzer Covered…
20 Things to do in Frankfort, Kentucky
1. Spend an afternoon searching for treasures at any of our local shops! Completely Kentucky is full of local artisan items. They pride themselves on bringing in items that you can't find anywhere but Kentucky! 2. Get lost in a book at Poor Richard’s Poor Richard's Books is a cozy spot with thousands of…
The Inside Scoop on What to Do in Frankfort, from a Local History Buff
Eleanor Hasken-Wagner, Ph.D., is a history buff and relentless supporter of all things Frankfort. For the past six months, she has served as the city’s Museum & Historic Sites Supervisor. As much as she loves history, she enjoys a good time, and in Frankfort, she has found ample opportunity for both. Q. Where…
Do Something Cool with your Summer!
Summer is almost here and that means lots of activity in the capital city – both indoors and outdoors. Locals and visitors have their pick of themed walking tours, cultural attractions, and a wide array of entertainment options. Walk in the Footsteps of the Father of the Modern Bourbon Industry Don’t be surprised if…
Summer Sun Brings Family Fun
Go prowl awhile at Salato Wildlife Education Center You can discover an abundance of wildlife, participate in workshops, or enjoy a nice hike and relaxing picnic.Make your vacation count by visiting the Floral Clock, just across from the State Capitol Building. The face of the clock is 34ft across and covered in thousands of blooms.Explore nearly 70 works of…
How to experience Frankfort, from a local hospitality expert
We are debuting a new feature in our News – a column entitled My Frankfort – where Frankfort residents, both long-time residents and newcomers, tell us what they love most about Frankfort. We kick off this column with Marc Stone, chairman of the Board of Directors for Visit Frankfort and local businessman. He is…
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Mortimer Bibb’s Public House
In what was once the venerable M.A. Selbert’s Jewelry Store now stands a gem of a pub. Selbert’s operated for nearly a century-and-a-half at its St. Clair Street location. Mortimer Bibb’s Public House has been open for less than two years (November, 2020), and instead of selling pearls and diamonds, it offers pints and…
Where to Dine by the Water in Frankfort
It may be a bit early to be thinking of waterside dining when the temps are hardly tropical and the view is without the colors of spring and summer, but hey, no one said you had to eat outdoors and after all, spring will be here before you know it. Frankfort has more…
Find Your Sweet Spots in Frankfort!
This article appeared in the Lexington Herald on Feb. 6Many are familiar with Tombstone, the Town too Tough to Die, but how many know about Frankfort, the Town too Sweet to Diet? If it was hard to stay out of Boot Hill in the Southern Arizona town, it’s virtually impossible to stay out of the…
