HISTORICAL SITES, MUSEUMS & TOURS 

The Brown Pusey House
This gorgeous 1825 Georgian mansion is home to a genealogical library and Sally Cunningham Pusey’s garden. 270-765-2515.


ARTS & CULTURE

Hardin County Playhouse  The stage is set for comedy, tragedy, and drama . . . there’s something for everyone in each season. Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, Sunday matinees. Call for their current season lineup at 270-351-0577.

 

TRAILS & RECREATION

Greenbelt Walking Tours & Parks

The E-town Greenbelt Walking Tours & Parks is an expanding series of trails and mini parks around Freeman Lake, Buffalo Lake, Fisherman's Lake and all along the streams that flow to and from them. There are over 18 miles of trails. 270-765-6121.

ABRAHAM LINCOLN CONNECTION

The Lincoln Connection 

One of America's greatest presidents was born in a simple log cabin on a farm in Kentucky. Learn more about Abraham Lincoln and his family's connections to Hardin County; then visit the sites.

CIVIL WAR & MILITARY ATTRACTIONS

General George Patton Museum of Leadership

Watch a Video of the all new Patton Museum.

The General George Patton Museum- As impressive as the man himself, military hardware displays, and General Patton's personal items are among the museum's artifacts. Fort Knox 502-624-3812.

 

BOURBON TRAIL DISTILLERIES

Jim Beam 

Learn how the barrel makers developed their craft and visit the tasting parlor in the Beam home. Don’t miss the one of a kind authentic moonshine still. Gift shop. Clermont 502-543-9877.

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Lodging

Just off I-65, Elizabethtown offers lodging conveniently located near sites of interest, restaurants, and shopping.

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Restaurants

With over one hundred restaurants to choose from, Elizabethtown offers a variety of dining and cuisine styles sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

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Shopping

A shopping destination for many surrounding communities, Elizabethtown has the stores you have come to rely on across the country. From variety stores like Target and Walmart to clothing stores like Kohls, Belk and Old Navy, the chains are well-represented here. No need to travel far to hit them all — these and many other shopping options sit within five minutes of each other. While shopping at your favorite stores, be sure to get a coffee or grab a bite to eat at the nearby Barnes and Noble Cafe or Panera Bread Company.

Elizabethtown is also home to unique shops just waiting to be discovered by you and your friends. Expect to find a gift or a finishing piece to an outfit at Cottage Charm, Envy Jewelry or Whitt’s End, which are just some of the locally-owned jewelry and specialty shops in the community. For fine apparel, drive downtown.

Town and County , located near the city square, boasts a long history of high quality service and clothing in Elizabethtown. A number of other specialty stores, such as Buried Treasure and Touch of the Past, fill their shelves with antiques of every shape and size. Each shop is an opportunity to leave with a one-of-a-kind find.

Best of all, shopping in Elizabethtown is convenient and easy to navigate. Shops to meet all your needs and whims are only five to ten minutes off I-65 exit 94. Most shopping can be accessed from just four roads. The Towne Mall and six shopping centers line a short stretch of 31W, also known as North Dixie Highway, directly north of Ring Road. Specialty stores are also located on Ring Road, North Mulberry Street (Hwy 62) and North Main Street.

Elizabethtown Sports Park

Opening July 2012!

Click here to learn more and see photos!

Free advice from travelers for a great Elizabethtown, KY vacation.

Check out the great NY Times article about the sports park!

 

 

 

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