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The Battle of Tebb’s Bend
“The engagement is considered a clear Union defensive victory” The Battle of Tebbs’ Bend was fought on July 4, 1863, along the Green River in Taylor County, Kentucky, during Confederate Brigadier General John Hunt Morgan’s raid into Kentucky as part of the American Civil War. Morgan’s objective was to continue his northward raid, disrupting Union…
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Waverly Hills Sanatorium
“The “body chute” is another hotspot for paranormal activity.” Waverly Hills Sanatorium, perched on a hill in Louisville, Kentucky, is one of the most haunted locations in the United States. With its eerie hallways, ghostly sightings, and tragic past, it has become a magnet for ghost hunters and history enthusiasts alike. It was was built…
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The Dundee Goat
“The weathervane has also been referenced in connection with Ripley’s Believe It or Not.” If you have ever found yourself out in Dundee, Ky, then you’ve probably seen the Goat weather vane on top of the church. The locals say it’s only survivor of three weathervanes from Dundee Scotland. In Dundee, Kentucky, a goat weather…
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Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival
“Don’t miss out on the berrylicious treats and vibrant atmosphere” I have been to the Middle Tennessee Strawberry Festival many times, and it’s always a highlight of the year in Portland, Tennessee. From the website: In the early 1900s, Portland’s major industry was strawberries. The town was known for producing some of the country’s finest…
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Aviation Heritage Park
“Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo astronaut, making it an important part of America’s journey into space.” Aviation Heritage Park is located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the park features aircraft connected to military service, space exploration, and aviation pioneers. According to the park, the exhibits include “aircraft telling the stories of Vietnam War aviators, a T-38 trainer…
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Gala of the Royal Horses
“René Gasser comes from seven generations of horsemen” If you love horses or just appreciate a truly beautiful live performance, Gala of the Royal Horses is something special. Created by renowned riding master René Gasser, this touring equestrian show brings together some of Europe’s most celebrated horse breeds in a performance filled with tradition, skill,…
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Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial
“Inscribed with the names of 1,108 Kentuckians who lost their lives or went missing in action during the Vietnam War.” The Kentucky Vietnam Veterans Memorial features an innovative design that integrates both art and engineering. The monument, designed by architect Helm Roberts, is a sundial. Its granite gnomon casts a shadow onto a circular base…
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Adair County, KY
“It was incredible to see how much history, legend, and small-town charm this area hold” I recently spent a day exploring Adair County, KY, and it was incredible to see how much history, legend, and small-town charm this area holds. One of the first stories that caught my attention was Adair County’s Headless Ghost. The…
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Trousdale Place: A Historical Account of the Trousdale Family and Their Home
“The Trousdale family occupied the home for over 70 years” Trousdale Place stands at 183 West Main Street in Gallatin, Tennessee. The Federal style brick mansion was built around 1813 by John H. Bowen, a local attorney who later served in Congress. In 1836 the property became the residence of William Trousdale, a military officer…
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South Union Shaker Village
“Members lived and worked together while following a strict religious structure” South Union Shaker Village in southern Kentucky is a historic site that preserves the story of a communal religious society that lived and worked on the land for more than a century. Between 1807 and 1922 the Shakers occupied a 6,000 acre farm where…
