The 7 Best Government Buildings in Kentucky, United States

June 15, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Famous for Bourbon Country and horse farms, civil war battlefields and beautiful natural parks, Kentucky offers a delightful mix of experiences. You might begin in Lexington, where the 1200-acre Kentucky Horse Park is a popular attraction. The university adds exciting sports, impressive art and a vibrant student/professor population to the city. Louisville is similar, where renowned Churchill Downs hosts the annual Kentucky Derby and the Belle of Louisville, the nation’s oldest steam-driven river paddlewheeler, hosts enchanting lunch and dinner cruises along the beautiful Ohio River. Next, head south to visit Mammoth Cave National Park for a day of touring the cave (the world’s longest known cave), hiking and canoeing on the Green River. Paducah, Berea, Bowling Green – so many places to explore and enjoy!
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1. Old State Capitol

300 W Broadway St, Frankfort, KY 40601-1980 +1 502-564-3016 http://history.ky.gov/old-state-capitol/
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4.5 based on 118 reviews

Old State Capitol

The Old Capitol is privvy to some of Kentucky's speckled history. Free guided and self-guided tours are available.

Reviewed By Txtom72 - Dayton, United States

Wed walked the manicured grounds on a bright 62˚F day. The building and its surrounds could tell some great tales - a placid and historic site.

2. Governor's Mansion

704 Capital Ave, Frankfort, KY 40601-3448 +1 502-564-8004 http://governorsmansion.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Governor's Mansion

Built in 1914 as the new Governor's mansion, this is the oldest official governor's residence in the United States.

Reviewed By dewaynep2016 - Elizabethtown, United States

I had a great time taking the 30-minute tour. The house is four floors but only the first floor is accessible to the public. The docent covered everything from governor history to the history of the executive mansion itself with sprinklings of facts about the first ladies and artifacts in the residence. It is worth doing if you are near the Capitol and have some time to kill.

3. New Capitol Building

700 Capital Ave, Frankfort, KY 40601-3410 +1 502-564-3449 http://capitol.ky.gov
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4.5 based on 259 reviews

New Capitol Building

Reviewed By katemK2806BC - Lewis Center, United States

Stumbled upon the capitol after dinner in downtown Frankfort. Stunning architecture, especially at night!

4. Logan County Archives and Genealogical Society

278 W 4th St intersection of Owen and West 4th Street, Russellville, KY 42276-1321 +1 270-726-8179 [email protected] http://www.logangenealogy.com
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Logan County Archives and Genealogical Society

The front of our building is a two-story red brick structure that once served as the jailer's residence. The rear of our building is a grey stone block jail with three very high windows that face west and east. We are located across from the local Post Office, beside the County Sheriff's department, and on opposite corners from the new County Court House.

5. Kentucky State Capitol

700 Capital Ave, Frankfort, KY 40601-3410 +1 502-564-3449 https://capitol.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Kentucky State Capitol

Reviewed By Thor1412 - Horace, United States

This historic 1910 capitol is an impressive building by itself. A lot of history has been preserved in the rotunda and surrounding hallways. Be sure to “look up” the Kentucky State Capitol and “look up” at the ceiling to appreciate the magnificent painted murals. People will see lots of decorations on a free walk through the building. There are 70 enormous columns and lots of sculptures. The glass floor on the second floor of the library was awesome to walk on.

6. Historic Muhlenberg County Courthouse

100 Main Street, Greenville, KY 42345 https://muhlenbergcountyclerk.com/
Historic Muhlenberg County Courthouse

7. Hopkins County Government Center

56 N Main St, Madisonville, KY 42431-1940 +1 270-821-8294
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

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