The William Whitley House is one of the first brick homes west of the Allegheny Mountains and is the site of the first circular racetrack in Kentucky. It was completed in 1794 by William Whitley and his wife Esther.
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An outdoor theater and campground. Every two weeks, a different show all summer long.
A museum of the history of the Kentucky School for the Deaf. 18 exhibit rooms. Parking behind Jacobs Hall.
Location where the first Kentucky constitution was signed. Visit Governor's Circle, a memorial for Kentucky's governors.
The former home and office of Dr. Ephraim McDowell where in an 1809 historic operation, he removed a 22 pound ovarian tumor. Partially accessible to visitors in wheelchairs. 2nd floor and apothecary shop viewable by video. Closed captioned video available for hearing impaired.
Great American Brass Band Festival the first and second week in June. Chautauqua Tea and Presentation. Gallery Hop. Brass Symposium. Concert at Shaker Village. Great American Balloon Race. Bayou and Brass. Evening Concerts. Run for the Brass 5-K. Main Street Parade. Free concerts on 2 stages at Centre College and in Weisiger Park. Great American Picnic.
Located on the campus of Centre College, the facility provides several theaters for local and touring performers.