FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism 502-348-4877 info@bardstowntourism.com Bardstown to Shine on NBC’s TODAY Show for Merriest Main Street Finale! Bardstown, KY – December 12, 2024 – The TODAY show is coming to Bardstown to close out its nationally celebrated “Merriest Main Street”…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 22, 2024 Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism Announces the Christmas Carnival at My Old Kentucky Home Bardstown, KY – Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism is delighted to announce a new event - Christmas Carnival at My Old Kentucky Home State Park, taking place on Saturday…
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It’s that time of the year again. The time when the Bourbon Capital of the World salutes its favorite export. The 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival, scheduled for September 13-15, is a three-day celebration of all things bourbon. From tastings and tours to Miami Vice and Clue-themed parties, this year’s…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism Awards Record $135,000 in Grants to Bolster Local Tourism and Economic Growth Bardstown, Kentucky – August 7, 2024 – Bardstown/Nelson County Tourism is thrilled to announce the recipients of $135,000 in grants awarded this year, to 13 different…
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A Perfect Day In Bardstown For Anyone Who Doesn’t Drink Bourbon An unforgettable vacation in Bardstown — the Bourbon Capital of the World — is going to revolve around bourbon, right? Not necessarily. Bardstown’s best-kept travel secret is that it’s not all about America’s native spirit here. Bourbon…
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Where To Stay: Bardstown’s Historic Hotels, Motels and B&Bs The history of Bardstown comes to life in the destination’s museums, distilleries and architecture. But for those who want to immerse themselves even deeper in Bardstown’s rich heritage, there are several places to choose from. Whether you…
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How A Small Kentucky Town Became The Bourbon Capital Of The World Since the 1950s, Bardstown has been known as the Bourbon Capital of the World. How did this small Kentucky town in Nelson County (pop. 13,739) become synonymous with America’s native spirit? It’s a long story, going back centuries —…
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The Seven Wonders of Bardstown We all know about the Seven Wonders of the World — the Great Pyramid of Giza, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and beyond. But Bardstown is no slouch when it comes to dazzling sights, unusual attractions and magical experiences. Here, we’ve…
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Bardstown: A New Culinary Hot Spot Bardstown is a town with a population of just over 13,000 people. But don’t assume that its small size means that the Bourbon Capital of the World doesn’t have a thriving (and always growing) cuisine scene. In fact, Bardstown is home to many restaurants that much…
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The Vintage Scene: Antique Stores & More In Bardstown There’s history everywhere you look in Bardstown, whether you’re touring My Old Kentucky Home or strolling through the heritage-rich downtown. Considering Bardstown’s timeless atmosphere, it’s not surprising that the destination is chock-full of…
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