Going on vacation doesn’t mean you have to leave your dog behind. Frankfort is full of dog-friendly places to play and eat. Frankfort’s love of dogs goes way back: In 1870, Frankfort native George Graham Vest, a lawyer and U.S. Senator, gained international acclaim for his closing arguments in a trial seeking damages for killing a…

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Frankfort, KY – The Frankfort / Franklin County Tourist and Convention Commission announces the launch of guided public art walking tours beginning Sept. 9, 2022. Tours will be offered every Friday at 2 pm and will run through Friday November 11. Join guide, Terry Strickland for a 60-minute guided walking tour and learn about the…

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What is the definition of artisan, and just what makes an artisan bakery different from any other kind of bakery? According to the dictionary, “an artisan is a worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand.” According to Andy Bissell, owner of Andy’s Artisan Bread, Frankfort’s newest bakery, “an artisan…

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What do you get when you mix a dollop of river adventure, a dash of history, a touch of commonwealth trivia, and a taste of bourbon? You get a floating addition to the Bourbon Trail, and what is believed to be the country’s only bourbon boat tour.  A recent excursion on the Trace of Kentucky,…

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The Courier Journal says the city of Frankfort, which is just an hour away from Louisville, is “a unique travel destination with timeless architecture and rich heritage” and is home to numerous hidden gems. Get their list of 10 things to do in Frankfort below, or read the full article here. Buffalo Trace Distillery Capital…

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Those of us old enough to remember Ronald Reagan’s presidency remember his love of sweets.  While jellybeans might have been his favorite treat, he also had a fondness for ice cream. In 1984, Reagan passed a law designating July as National Ice Cream Month, and that was legislature guaranteed to receive bi-partisan support. In honor…

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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 opened…

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“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 Bridge…

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1. Spend an afternoon searching for treasures at any of our local shops! 2. Get lost in a book at Poor Richard’s 3. Spruce up your home by getting *another* house plant at Wilson Nurseries. Make sure to check out The Butterfly Greenhouse while you’re there. 4. Explore your creative side while taking a pottery…

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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 is…

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