If you’re looking for something free to do in Louisville, Kentucky, you’re in luck. There are many places, attractions, and activities for you and your family that do not cost you money. All you’ll spend is time and have fun in the process. Check these out:
The Filson Museum, located at 1310 South Third Street, gives you a detailed look at Kentucky’s rich history. The Filson was founded in 1884 and named after John Filson who wrote The Discovery, Settlement, and Present State of Kentucke in 1784. If you want to learn more about the history of Kentucky, then you’ll want to visit the Filson Museum. Call (502) 635-5083 for more information.
The American Printing House for the Blind is located at 1839 Frankfort Avenue, in Louisville, Kentucky. Admission to the Museum is free and hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Saturday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm and closed on Sundays, federal holidays and Derby Day. You can also tour the factory Monday through Thursday at either 10:00 am or 2:00 pm (groups of 10 or more by appointment). Contact the American Printing House for the Blind at (502) 895-2405 for more information.
The F.A.T. Friday Trolley Hop takes place on the last Friday of each month from 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm. F.A.T. stands for Frankfort Avenue Trolley, and is free! There are designated trolley stops along Frankfort Avenue from which you can board the trolley and began a fun night of gallery visiting, sightseeing and window shopping. Additionally, some of the participating art galleries which have open receptions will offer live entertainment and refreshments. Remember, you don’t have to wait until the last Friday of the month to enjoy Frankfort Avenue via the trolley. Just check out www.frankfortave.com to learn more about the rich history of Frankfort Avenue and plan an outing.
First Friday Trolley Hop started in December, 2001 and has been a huge success since then. This Trolley Hop travels in the art district of Main and Market Streets in downtown Louisville. To find a location to board the Trolley, simply review the map at www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.com. The Trolley Hop starts runs from 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm and while many of the art galleries close around 9:00, you can still venture out and explore downtown’s other exciting attractions.
Colonel Sanders Museum is located at 4th and Jefferson Streets in Louisville, Kentucky. As KFC is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and the Colonel got his start selling chicken in our fine State, a mini-museum honors his memory and contribution. There is a wax figure of the Colonel, along with some of his memorabilia, and one of the original pressure cookers that were used to prepare the awesome chicken! Call (502) 379-6109 for more information.
Did you know that there are over 120 parks in the Metro area? Louisville Metro Parks offers over 14,000 acres where you and your family can picnic, play, fish, exercise, plus so much more. With walking and biking trails, exercise paths, fishing lakes, and scenic views of the Ohio River from some parks, there’s no chance of boredom when you and your family go explore one of the many beautiful parks in the Metro Area. Go to www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks for more information.
The Speed Art Museum is located at 2035 South Third Street in Louisville, Kentucky, nestled alongside the University of Louisville campus. The Speed Museum began in 1927 and boasts over 13,000 pieces of art in its permanent collection. The museum is also the largest in the entire State and admission to the permanent exhibit is free (although a $4 donation is recommended). For more information, call the Museum at (502) 634-2700 or visit their website at www.speedmuseum.org.
Sources: www.gocitykids.parentsconnect.com, www.firstfridaytrolleyhop.comwww.frankfortave.com, www.fatfridayhop.org, www.louisvilleky.gov/metroparks, www.speedmuseum.org
