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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Parlor Room Tastings: “Step into the parlor” and discover Bardstown’s newest curated tasting experience, and we don’t mean just bourbon. While there’s plenty of what made us famous to satisfy your bourbon craving, The Parlor Room also offers other spirits as well as wine and beer. Located in the…
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As Veterans Day is here, Bardstown Tourism celebrates the incredible stories of service, sacrifice, and community that define our great nation. This year, we are especially proud to honor Bardstown Bourbon Company and Four Branches Bourbon , two exceptional brands dedicated to supporting veterans and…
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When Bardstown kicks off its official holiday season on November 29th with the annual Light Up Bardstown event , it will be ushering in a month of activities that have made the city a must-visit for all who love Christmas. Bardstown is so devoted to the Happiest Season of the Year that it has dubbed…
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Friday Afternoon: Bardstown Historic District There are quaint historic downtowns — and then there’s the Bardstown Historic District. A registered historic district on the National Register of Historic Places, it’s home to classic architecture (with some structures that date back to the 18th century)…
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Too often, those who identify as LGBTQ+ have been left without this feeling of acceptance and inclusion. But this October, a new sense of belonging will bloom across Kentucky, with the catalyst being the commonwealth’s signature beverage. The inaugural ‘Bourbon and Belonging’ Festival will take…
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Visit Bardstown, in partnership with the Bourbon Capital Alliance and Bardstown Main Street, is proud to announce the launch of the Bourbon Capital District, a state ABC-licensed Entertainment Destination Center where a resident or visitor may walk outside with an open container of legally purchased…
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Explore Bardstown’s Historic District The heart of Bardstown? Bardstown’s Historic District. On the National Register of Historic Places, it’s a place where you might feel as if you’ve slipped back in time, thanks to age-old architectural marvels like the Old Talbott Tavern & Inn, the County…
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Bourbon is many things. But one thing it shouldn’t be is intimidating. Even if you’re brand new to the spirit, it’s easy to get into the proper swing of things. Here, we’ve put together a Bardstown-centric primer that will set you on the path to becoming a bourbon connoisseur. 1. Get The Basics…
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A Bardstown Legend Turns 65 With a New Season of "The Stephen Foster Story" In the summer of 1959, a dazzling musical production focusing on one year in the life of songwriter Stephen Collins Foster debuted in an outdoor amphitheater on the grounds of My Old Kentucky Home State Park. When it…
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