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Lexington - History and culture


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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Mary lived there from 1832 to 1839 and she and Lincoln supposedly spent some time there but the house has been completely refinished since then.  Aside from an occasional jewelry case, coffee table or

Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 34 attractions in Lexington

The home of celebrated statesman Henry Clay, a 600-acre estate that once grew hemp, tobacco and grain is now a museum and National Historic Landmark, where visitors can tour the 18-room mansion, grounds and beautiful gardens.

Attraction type: Historic home; Nature reserve; Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Here's a museum where you can touch and play with everything! Explorium of Lexington is a fun and dynamic hands-on learning environment that inspires imagination and curiosity for kids of all ages. Open Tuesday - Saturday from 10AM to 5PM and Sundays from 1 to 5PM. Closed Mondays. Admission is $6 per person.

Attraction type: Children's museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Established in 1824, this is considered one of America's most beautifully landscaped cemeteries.

Attraction type: Cemetery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Horse enthusiasts and other visitors can meet and pet their favorite breeds at this 12,000-acre working horse farm dedicated to celebrating man's relationship with the majestic creatures. The park features two museums, twin theaters and nearly 50 different breeds of horses.

Attraction type: Speciality museum; Sports complex; Amusement/theme park; Sports museum; Park; State park
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Experience 19th century plantation life at this historic compound where you can tour the mansion or "big house," see quarters where slaves lived, visit a smokehouse and other elements of daily life in the Old South.

Attraction type: Historic village; Scenic/historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Explore the history and legends of the American Saddlebred, Kentucky's only native breed, at this museum which includes various exhibits and an award winning multi-image show, "Saddlebred for America."

Attraction type: Speciality museum; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 34 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Convention centre
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 34 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Historic home
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Take a tour behind the scenes to learn what a typical day is like for a racehorse.

Attraction type: Educational site; Tour
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 34 attractions in Lexington

George Hadley, celebrated artist and jewelry designer, established this special museum in 1968 that houses a magnificent collection of decorative arts objects.

Attraction type: Speciality museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Part of the Department of Anthropology at the University of Kentucky, this museum houses collections and information for research in the field of archeology and physical anthropology.

Attraction type: Natural history museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 34 attractions in Lexington
Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 34 attractions in Lexington

Established in 1780, this is the oldest American college west of the Alleghany Mountains.

Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 34 attractions in Lexington

The former home of General John Hunt Morgan now houses a second-floor Civil War museum.

Attraction type: Historic home; Military museum
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