Visit a Kentucky Cultural District
and discover art and culture that
showcases the creative character of
the Commonwealth. Uncover fine art
and cra , architecture, history, culinary
tradition, world-class performance and
pride in place in some of the state’s most
exciting cities.
Berea—The official art and cra capital
of Kentucky, visit one of the top art
communities in the nation. Dozens of
fine art and cra shops line the streets
of this charming town.
Covington—Teeming with architectural
wonder, Covington has a rich arts
history influenced by the Catholic
Church, most notably the architecture
of St. Mary’s Basilica Cathedral of the
Assumption built in 1910, as well as fine
liturgical sculpture.
Danville—A unique combination of
history and Southern charmgreets
visitors here. Experience world class
music, theater and performance at the
Norton Center for the Arts, host of the
2012
Vice Presidential Debate.
Horse Cave—Find top notch
performance at Kentucky Repertory
Theatre, named by USA Today as “one
of the 10 great places to see the lights off
Broadway.”
Paducah—Home to the nationally
acclaimed Artist Relocation Program,
Paducah is a small river city with a big
heart, an unusual intellect and an eye
for the arts.
Art in all forms thrives in Kentucky
Cultural Districts. You’ll feel right
at home – even if you’re just stopping by.
K E N T U C K Y C U L T U R A L
D I S T R I C T S —
E X P L O R E T H E
E X T R A O R D I N A R Y
Explore the extraordinary.
KENTUCKY CULTURAL DISTRICTS
BEREA COVINGTON DANVILLE
HORSE CAVE PADUCAH
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