Don’t miss the chance to experience the best of Kentucky’s history and culture! Join the Kentucky Historical Society and our partner Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet agencies in commemorating the 232nd anniversary of Kentucky at an exciting day-long event showcasing the state’s unique culture, natural beauty, history, arts, and heritage. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Kentucky through captivating living history demonstrations, impressive performances, intriguing exhibitions, and the first-ever Kentucky History Day Old-Time Music Contest.

Join our guide for a 45-60 minute guided walking tour in historic downtown Frankfort.  You will be entertained and informed as you learn about Frankfort's rich history and spirited bourbon past.  The tour is one mile in length and begins promptly at 10:00am in front of the Frankfort Visitor Center.

Suitable for ages 16 and above.

$11 per person.  For groups of 10 or more, please contact us at 502-875-8687.

Tickets for scheduled tours are available for purchase until 24 hours before the scheduled date and time.

Cancellation Policy - The walking tour may be cancelled due to inclement weather.  Every effort will be made to notify ticket holders in advance.  In the case of a cancellation due to weather conditions, a refund of the tour price, minus processing fees will be made to the purchaser.

Purchased tickets may be refunded if cancelled 24 hours or more before the tour date and time.  Refunds, minus processing fees, will be credited to the card number used for the purchase.  Cancellations after the 24 hour cut off will not be refunded.

Join our guide for a 45-60 minute guided walking tour in historic downtown Frankfort.  You will be entertained and informed as you learn about Frankfort's rich history and spirited bourbon past.  The tour is one mile in length and begins promptly at 10:00am in front of the Frankfort Visitor Center.

Suitable for ages 16 and above.

$11 per person.  For groups of 10 or more, please contact us at 502-875-8687.

Tickets for scheduled tours are available for purchase until 24 hours before the scheduled date and time.

Cancellation Policy - The walking tour may be cancelled due to inclement weather.  Every effort will be made to notify ticket holders in advance.  In the case of a cancellation due to weather conditions, a refund of the tour price, minus processing fees will be made to the purchaser.

Purchased tickets may be refunded if cancelled 24 hours or more before the tour date and time.  Refunds, minus processing fees, will be credited to the card number used for the purchase.  Cancellations after the 24 hour cut off will not be refunded.

Visit Frankfort invites you to explore the art in public places within the historic downtown area. See and discover our murals and sculptures, historic architecture, its stained-glass windows on this guided walking tour.
The tour covers a distance of less than one mile and lasts about 60-minutes. Following the tour, be sure to stop inside the historic Grand Theatre to see the art exhibits in their upstairs gallery.
$11 per person. All ages are welcome. For groups of 10 or more, please contact us at (502) 875-8687.
Cancellation Policy
The walking tour may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Every effort will be made to notify ticket holders in advance. In the case of a cancellation due to weather conditions, a refund of the tour price, minus processing fees will be made to the purchaser.
Purchased tickets may be refunded if cancelled 24 hours or more before the tour date and time. Refunds, minus processing fees, will be credited to the card number used for the purchase. Cancellations after the 24 hour cut off will not be refunded.

Multiple homes and gardens featuring the only Frank Lloyd Wright house in Kentucky.

The Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series presents:PART I: AMERICAN INDIAN COMMUNITIES IN KENTUCKY  Tressa Brown, Historic Preservation Coordinator Kentucky Native American Heritage Commission, Kentucky Heritage Council  American Indian communities have been in Kentucky for more than 11,000 years. When Euro-Americans settled here, Shawnee, Cherokee, and Chickasaw, among others, already lived here. Myths and misconceptions about American Indian people permeate…

more: Part 1: American Indian Communities in Kentucky

Join guests of honor Matthew and Karine Maynard of Maynard Studios as we raise funds to support land conservation at Josephine Sculpture Park (JSP) and celebrate the Maynard’s significant contributions to the park and Commonwealth.
Enjoy an appetizer, dinner and dessert by True North Catering plus a cash bar with wine, beer and bourbon. Bid on uniquely Kentucky arts and culture experiences in our live and silent auctions. Round out the evening with a concert by innovative folk musician Kaia Kater, acclaimed by NPR’s Tiny Desk, Rolling Stone and The Guardian. Experience it all in JSP’s historic tobacco barn at Kentucky’s only sculpture park featuring 40 acres of over 70 artworks!

Join our guide for a 45-60 minute guided walking tour in historic downtown Frankfort.  You will be entertained and informed as you learn about Frankfort's rich history and spirited bourbon past.  The tour is one mile in length and begins promptly at 10:00am in front of the Frankfort Visitor Center.

Suitable for ages 16 and above.

$11 per person.  For groups of 10 or more, please contact us at 502-875-8687.

Tickets for scheduled tours are available for purchase until 24 hours before the scheduled date and time.

Cancellation Policy - The walking tour may be cancelled due to inclement weather.  Every effort will be made to notify ticket holders in advance.  In the case of a cancellation due to weather conditions, a refund of the tour price, minus processing fees will be made to the purchaser.

Purchased tickets may be refunded if cancelled 24 hours or more before the tour date and time.  Refunds, minus processing fees, will be credited to the card number used for the purchase.  Cancellations after the 24 hour cut off will not be refunded.