Have you ever looked at a local spot and thought, “This place deserves to be commemorated?” Our city is full of legendary locations — many of which are indicated by historical markers. Historical markers reveal significant places, streets, neighborhoods, buildings, businesses, and cultural events from the past or present. Think: Mary Todd Lincoln’s birthplace on Short Street or Keeneland.
But not all significant areas get the attention they deserve. What about the 5/3 Building, aka the tallest building in the world? Or even Rosebud Bar, featuring Lexington’s own version of the Sistine Chapel ceiling? We want to put these places on the map — literally.
We’re putting your unofficial historical locations on the map. | Map via Proxi
Rules + details
Submit your historic place for a chance to be featured nationwide on our historical marker map. Our favorite submissions will then be featured in our newsletter, where we’ll put it to a vote. Who knows? Maybe it will receive an official historical marker.
Submissions are open through 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Finalists will be selected by our team and announced in our newsletter. These finalists will then go head-to-head in a vote for our readers’ favorite. The winner will be announced later in December. No promises that it will get an actual historical marker, but it will be one in our hearts.
Jazz at the Library | 7-8:15 p.m. | Central Library Farish Theater | Free | Liven up your evening with a live jazz performance from the Jamey Aebersold Quartet.
Chris Porter | Thursday, Nov. 14-Saturday, Nov. 16 | Times vary | Comedy Off Broadway | $15+ | Laugh your face off with this nationally-televised comedian who has made appearances on Comedy Central + “Last Comic Standing.”
Friday, Nov. 15
Friday Grounds Force | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate | Free | If you love the outdoors + want to help make a difference, stop by to lend a hand taking care of the historic property’s grounds.
Fireside Tales on the Lawn | 6-8 p.m. | Robert H. Williams Cultural Center | Free | Bring your blankets + cozy up on the lawn for story time, sweet treats, and a movie under the stars.
Saturday, Nov. 16
Doodlebugs Art Class | 10 a.m. | CREATE studio | $24 | Designed for children ages 1.5-5 and their caregivers, this hands-on class will dive into the world of colors, shapes, and textures through child-safe materials.
Starting Gate Storytime | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Keeneland Library | Free | Kids ages 4-8 will love this live reading of “A Moose in My Starting Gate” by Vicki Addesso Dodd, meeting with Keeneland mascot Buckles, and more hands-on activities — reservation is required.
Sunday, Nov. 17
Trivia | 4-6 p.m. | Wise Bird Cider | Free | Calling all knowledge nerds, sip and laugh the Sunday scaries away with brain-teasing trivia + cider.
Weekly Sound Bath with Amy Hudson | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Sound Healing Center of Lexington | $25 | Let your tension and stress melt away to the sweet, serene sounds of crystal singing bowls.
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Wingstop, which already has locations coming to Richmond + Tates Creek Roads, announced plans for a third restaurant on UK’s campus. According to a permit filed with the city, the latest will set up on Woodland Avenue between Subway and the former Lynagh’s spot. No opening dates have been released. (Lexington Herald-Leader)
Outdoors
The Kentucky Master Naturalist Volunteer Program is accepting applications until Sunday, Dec. 8 for the spring 2025 class. Geared toward nature lovers + conservation enthusiasts, the program includes both online and in-person sessions. Topics covered include: plant and animal identification, water quality assessment, and ecological principles.
Holiday
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and Lexington has the tree to prove it. Mark your calendars because the city’s annual tree lighting will take place Sunday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. at Triangle Park.
Watch
To celebrate the community’s support for the past year, the Kentucky Theatre is treating us to a free showing of “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” next Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 7:35 p.m. The 1980s comedy follows the holiday travel woes of John Candy + Steve Martin. See what else is showing.
Sports
If you love the high-flying antics of the UK gymnastics, now you can show your support financially through The Vault. The new booster club has four different membership levels giving supporters various perks like access to open practices, floor access during different meets, and name recognition on video boards.
Number
$2.6 million. That’s how much researchers at UK received from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences to help expand awareness of + testing for radon gas. Dubbed the RADAR 2.0 project, the five-year effort aims to help rural counties have better access to certified radon professionals. (UKNOW)
Plan Ahead
A Kentucky Christmas at Ashland kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 7. From 12 to 5 p.m., browse unique gifts from local vendors at the holiday market, then stick around for the illumination at 5:30 p.m. The holiday season will also include three opportunities for candlelight tours throughout the month.
Seasonal
Give a gift that never gets old. With an annual membership to the LASC, loved ones can embark on a year-long journey of discovery + inspiration, and receive exclusive benefits like free visits, discounts, and more. Unwrap a year of inspiration.*
From funky fiber art to classic oil paintings you don’t want to miss out on the PRHBTN exhibit. | Photo by LEXtoday
This Friday, Nov. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. is the return of the LexArts Hop — when dozens of galleries, museums, artists’ studios, and creative spaces around town open their doors for the community to view art.
Unique pieces of work can be found in conventional art spaces — think Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center or the 21c Museum Hotel — and unconventional spots like Central Bank + First Presbyterian Church.
Last call
PRHBTN, The Loudoun House | See the works of dozens of artists — of varying ages + disciplines — before the exhibit closes on Friday, Nov. 22. Some of our favorites include “Scale Snail” by Olivia Brooks and “Paper Quill Kiss” by Michelle Newby Armstrong.
Brought Back from the Dead + Art by Nature: Monarch Waystations, Living Arts & Science Center | These two exhibits end on Friday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Dec. 6 respectively. This first features images from photographer Michael Andrews’ Día de Muertos trip in Oaxaca, Mexico while the latter includes 131 pieces from 97 local artists.
Asked
Asked
What gallery do you frequent the most to see art in Lexington?
A. UK Art Museum B. The Loudoun House C. Living Arts & Science Center D. 21c Museum Hotel Lexington
Get a jump start on your local holiday shopping by heading to Clay Avenue — the shops are staying open late tonight for a Sip & Stroll from 5 to 7 p.m.
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