The Callahan presents a rare collection of artifacts related to both the educational history of the blind and to the history of American Printing House. The inspirational facility offers many hands-on options for the sighted and for hearing-, mobility-, and visually-impaired visitors. In addition, certain exhibits simulate what it's like to be blind as a way to increase visitor understanding of how blind people achieve self-sufficiency. The museum provides an outstanding, wide-ranging collection of research materials too, and guided tours are available. Handicapped accessible.

Home of the world-famous Kentucky Derby horse race, this track hosts gorgeous, well-trained thoroughbreds from the end of April to early July. The complex also features what's considered the world's largest equine museum, an interactive facility that allows visitors to experience the race from a jockey's perspective, making everything that much more immediate. At the museum gift shop, you'll find thoroughbred memorabilia and historical books. Guided walking tours of the racetrack can be arranged.

DOWNTOWN. Considered a "mini-museum," this display pays tribute to the man behind the lip-smackin', finger-lickin' goodness of chicken that's been treated to a "secret recipe" of eleven herbs and spices. Visitors can pose with a wax sculpture of KFC founder Harland Sanders, trace a timeline of his life, check out suits he wore and memorabilia that belonged to him, and even view company commercials and play a bit of trivia. Also on-hand is an original pressure cooker, a major player in the success story that is today's KFC.

Situated more than 40 feet above the river, the Falls overlook some of the world's largest and oldest Devonian fossils, offering a spectacular view via the observation room's eighteen-foot tall windows. Additional exhibits and spectacular multi-media give further insight into the history of the Falls, while wall-sized viewing window and concealed, exterior microphone allow visitors to observe wildlife up close. Enjoy fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Year-round group tours are available. Gift shop, two educational classrooms and research library.

[Undergoing renovations; call for details.] Founded in 1884 for the purpose of collecting, preserving, and publishing historical material ­ particularly that pertaining to Kentucky's rich heritage ­ this facility boasts nationally recognized, carefully preserved collections. They include artwork, artifacts, books, diaries, family histories, manuscripts, photographs, portraits, and public records. Visitors can also find vast programming and research opportunities available.