3 Best Landmarks in Lexington, KY

“Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate is the 19th-century home and grounds of politician Henry Clay, with tours, exhibits, trails, and more. The museum is dedicated to maintaining the memory of Henry Clay, one of America's greatest statesmen. The original 672-acre estate of celebrated statesman Henry Clay once produced hemp, tobacco, and grain. The restored 18-room home, grounds, and beautiful gardens are open for tourists to explore. Visitors can enjoy the museum outdoors through a self-guided tour of the outbuildings, formal landscape, walking paths, and Civil War monuments, and the grounds are free to visit. Special rates are available for classes of 10 or more and school groups. Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate offers free admission for children under five years.”

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“The Mary Todd Lincoln House was the residence of the family of 16th President Abraham Lincoln's wife. The museum has a fourteen-room house with period chairs, portraits, and Todd and Lincoln family furnishings. The museum is the first historic location to tell a first lady's story. The museum attracts thousands of guests worldwide, showcasing family portraits and Todd and Lincoln home furnishings. The museum provides free access to a supplementary dietary aid plan for individuals and families. Community tours are available year-round by invitation for groups of fifteen or more guests at a discounted rate of $11. The house is located within convenient walking distance to restaurants and hotels in the city. The house is partially wheelchair accessible. The Mary Todd Lincoln House has a free parking lot.”

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“The Living Arts & Science Center is an art and education center formerly known as George B. House. The museum was designed by Major Thomas Lewinski, a British-born architect, engineer, and language teacher. The museum is a Greek Revival style construction, which was sympathetically enlarged during the Civil War period, with Italianate features. In 1981, the Kinkead family donated the building to the Center, and the building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As a nonprofit organization, the Center relies on generous contributions from individuals, corporations, foundations, and public agencies to support its many educational programs. The Living Arts & Science Center has lots of activities, camps, upcoming events, and virtual fun for you to check out.”

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