History

Learn about Blue Grass Trust, the organization behind those infamous bronze signs around town + how you can celebrate 70 years of historic preservation and education in Central Kentucky.
How well do you know Lexington, KY? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
While many might be in their mob wife era, we’re proclaiming a preference for the late 1800s aesthetic.
The art initiative aims to showcase the impact abolitionists
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
The proposed multifamily units would be located on North Martin Luther King Boulevard.
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
Tell us you’re from Lexington without telling us you’re from Lexington.
This free cable ferry is the oldest continuously operating business in Kentucky.
Feel the equestrian spirit at this 1900s home in the heart of downtown Lexington.
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 10 museums in Lexington have it all.
From the Lexington Counter Clocks to the Lexington Sporting Club, we’re sharing all the details of Lexington KY’s sports teams.
Lexington, KY has nearly 200 years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
Good news for Lexington.
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