Brewco Motorsports
106 Brewer Dr., Central City - (270) 754 2264 - www.brewco.com
Brewco Motorsports is a NASCAR Busch Series team that set up shop in Central City in 1995. Brewco has been ranked in the top 10 of the Busch Series in the final owner points four of the last five years. Now in its twelfth year, Brewco will run the No. 27 Kleenex Ford with driver Ward Burton and No. 37 Cub Cadet/Yard-Man Ford with drivers Greg Biffle and Jamie McMurray. Visitors are welcome to stop by the shop Monday through Friday from 8 am through 4:30 pm.
Curbside Architecture & Historical Homes Tour
PRIDE - 270-685-2652 - www.plfo.org
An informative and entertaining tour through Owensboro provides the opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the architecture of the past.
Ellis Park Race Track
Henderson - (812) 425-1456 or (800) 333-8110 - www.ellisparkracing.com
Thrill to thoroughbred racing at its best. Bet on your favorites during this summertime excitement with some of America's best horuses. Call for race dates.
Executive Inn Showroom Lounge
1 Executive Blvd., Owensboro - (270) 926-8000 or (800) 626-1936
Famous headline entertainers from Nashville to Broadway bring down the house. Dinner, accommodations and a great river view add to the experience.
Gallery 412
412 East Second St., Downtown Owensboro - 270-926-3004 - www.gallery412.com
Located in a historical building, this co-op art gallery has six working studios. It is host to over 40 artists.
Goldie's Best Little Opryhouse in Kentucky
418 Frederica Street, Owensboro - 270-685-3498 - www.goldiesopryhouse.com
Family musical variety shows featuring country, gospel, bluegrass, rock 'n roll, and specialty performances are offered Friday and Saturday nights.
Hall of Fame
215 East Second St., Owensboro - 270-926-1100
Browse through the "Hometown Hero" Hall of Fame and view the celebrities that have reached national or international acclaim in their field that are from Owensboro and the surrounding regions, located in the Owensboro Daviess County Tourist Commission.
House of Onyx
120 N. Main St., Greenville - (270) 338-2363 or (800) 844-3100, www.houseofonyx.com
As one of the world’s largest gemstone dealers, you’ll see jewelry of every description as you stroll through the main showroom. Plus, explore a bargain room, mineral hall and warehouse of Mexican onyx carvings. Open Monday– Friday 9 a.m to 4 p.m. and every third Saturday of each month.
Hopkins County Family YMCA
Hopkins County
This modern facility features plenty of recreational activities for the entire family. It also boasts a 50 foot climbing tower and ropes course available for group and single use.
Madisonville City Park
Hopkins County
Choose from a variety of activities available here! A newly remodeled swimming pool, 9-hole golf course, stocked lake, covered picnic and play areas, Serenity Path walking trail, volleyball and tennis courts, ampitheatre and Club House are just a few of the amenities available to fill your day at this gorgeous outdoor haven.
Madisonville Kart World
27 Pond River-Collieres Road, Madisonville – 270-824-1116
A great place for parties or just an afternoon of fun with mini-Nascar Tracks, Hitting Cage and arcade
Muhlenberg County Agriculture & Convention Center
Powderly - (270) 338-0313
With a 2,000 person capacity, this center plays host to rodeos, horse shows, horse and cattle auctions, tractor pulls, go-cart racing and the Muhlenberg County Fair each summer.
Owensboro's Sassafras Tree
Corner of Frederica Street (Hwy. 431) and Maple Avenue
The largest known Sassafras tree in the world, approximately 300 years old, is located in the heart of Owensboro. This tree measures over 100 feet tall and 21 feet in circumference, with the average sassafras being 30 to 50 feet tall. The bark, twigs, and leaves of the sassafras are aromatic and pleasant to the taste. Each tree produces three differently shaped leaves: ovate, one-lobed, and three-lobed.
Reid's Orchard
KY Highway 144, Owensboro - 270-685-2444
This orchard offers agri-tourism at its best by presenting the opportunity to pick your own fruits and vegetables and sharing the orchard experience.
Shelton Memorial
Downtown on the riverfront, Owensboro
This memorial is named for Colonel Charles Shelton, the last POW from the Vietnam War and recognizes with honor all POWS/MIAS and family members from all wars.
Theatre Workshop of Owensboro
407 West Fifth St. - 270-683-5003 - www.theatreworkshop.org
Owensboro's community theatre for over 40 years, TWO is housed in the historic Trinity Church, which was built in 1875. The theatre produces five main stage productions each season, plus two youth productions in the summer and a Christmas show in December.
Western Kentucky Botanical Gardens
Thompson Berry Park, 25 Carter Road - 270-852-8925 - www.wbkg.org
With six established gardens: Butterfly, Rose, Daylily, Iris, Herb and Fruit and Berry, the garden is becoming a center for the growth and display of hundreds of outstanding plant selections as well as a beautiful location for social gatherings. Special events and educational tours are provided for all ages.
Western Kentucky Raceway
1245 Happy Lane, Nebo, KY, (270) 249-3125 www.wkracing.com
Cited by many as Western Kentucky’s Finest Race track you and your family can enjoy UMP Modified, Cruisers, Hornets and much more every weekend April – September.
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