On October 5, the Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site will have a living history and commemoration. This is not a battle re-enactment. The schedule includes: 9 a.m. – Living history area and museum open. 10 a.m. – Amanda Warren, Southern Cross: A New View of Leonidas Polk and His Clashes with Braxton Bragg lecture and…
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History and haunts await on the Historic Merchants Row Ghost Walk
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating history of Perryville, Kentucky, as you embark on a chilling adventure during the upcoming Historic Merchants Row Ghost Walk. The ghost walk invites both locals and visitors to stroll along the streets of Perryville’s historic district. As the sun sets and darkness settles in, participants…
Soul of 2nd Street to highlight African American history in Danville
Experience a piece of Danville’s rich history during this year’s Soul of 2nd Street Festival on, August 5th from 4-10 p.m. in historic Constitution Square. Prior to the late 1960s Second Street in Danville looked much different than today. There you could find retail shops, medical offices, restaurants, and the Rev. O’Neal’s barbershop. This area…
Make Danville basecamp for your central Kentucky visit
When you come to Danville you’ll find a number of interesting and unique places to visit, plenty of events to entertain you throughout the year, and a nice variety of restaurants and hotels. What you’ll also find is that Danville is a great basecamp for exploring Kentucky’s beautiful Bluegrass region, with numerous other places to…
Soul of Second Street Festival returns to Danville in August
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID, the Soul of Second Street Festival returns to downtown Danville on Saturday, Aug. 27. Held at Constitution Square Park, the event is a celebration of Danville’s African American legacy. “We are really excited to be back,” said program coordinator Michael Hughes. “This event means so much to the…