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This verdant park, with its central statue representing the official seal of the commonwealth, is the birthplace of Kentucky’s statehood. Tour the site of the signing of the state’s constitution, its frontier jail and meetinghouse, and the first post office west of the Alleghenies. Cabins open March through October.
You can also visit historic Grayson’s Tavern, built in 1785, which is open to the public from Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
This historic site, with its manicured grounds, log cabins and historic buildings, is also a perfect place to make history on your own with weddings and other milestone celebrations.