“Is a 17-foot beam from one of the North Tower that fell during the 9/11 attacks” Out in the a remote town of Greenville in Kentucky is a 17-foot beam from one of the North Tower that fell during the 9/11 attacks. On top is an American eagle clutching a draping American flag. “Two granite…

“Maybe the car moves because of gravity. Maybe someone gives the vehicle a little push.“ Built in 1889 by the King Iron Company of Cleveland, Ohio, the bridge stretches 138.1 feet across the Barren River. Its unusual bowstring arch-truss design was a popular form of bridge construction during the 19th century, combining the strength of…

“It is a simple home that reflects the modest beginnings she often sang and wrote about.” The kids and I took a trip to Butcher Hollow (also spelled Butcher Holler) in eastern Kentucky, the childhood home of country music legend Loretta Lynn. The area became famous through her autobiography and the hit song “Coal Miner’s…

“The Green Brothers Grist Mill remained in operation for many years before milling gradually declined as larger commercial mills became more common.” The Green Brothers Grist Mill is one of the last working water-powered grist mills in Kentucky. Located in Falls of Rough, the mill was built in 1883 by brothers Thomas and George Green…

“This oversized fork sculpture has become one of Franklin’s most recognizable roadside attractions” Franklin has become one of my favorite places for finding unusual roadside attractions, and these are perfect if you’re looking for a fun afternoon drive without spending any money. The first stop is Graffiti Road on Kummer Road. Stretching for about a…

“Local leaders dressed as famous figures from American history” I spent part of our Fourth of July at the Warren County USA 250 Celebration at Circus Square Park, and it was such a fun way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday. The park was full of families enjoying carnival-style games, contests, patriotic music, and activities for…

“He was born on February 12, 1809, in a small log cabin on the Sinking Spring Farm near Hodgenville” As a fellow Kentuckian, I’ve visited Abraham Lincoln’s birthplace more times than I can count. I first went as a child, and now I’ve had the chance to bring my own children several times, once in…

“What’s more American than spending the Fourth of July at the ballpark?” We often spend Independence Day with the Bowling Green Hot Rods, and it ended up being one of our favorite Fourth of July celebrations. Not only do the Hot Rods normally pull off a win, but they also put on a spectacular fireworks…

“Built in 1940 by local inventor and craftsman George Stacy, the house is designed in the shape of a giant goose” The Mother Goose House in Hazard, Kentucky, is a unique architectural landmark that has captured the curiosity of locals and visitors for decades. Built in 1940 by local inventor and craftsman George Stacy, the…

“Many visitors and paranormal enthusiasts believe the hall is haunted, citing unexplained phenomena such as footsteps, voices, and apparitions.” Octagon Hall was built between 1847 and 1859 by Andrew Jackson Caldwell, a plantation owner who sought to create a residence that was both stylish and innovative. Inspired by the octagon-shaped houses that were part of…