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"Located in downtown Lexington, the Mary Todd Lincoln House is positioned just at the center of West Main Street. Built between 1803 and 1806, the museum is made from attractive Georgian brick and previously used as an inn and a tavern. It was so until 1932 when Mary Todd’s father bought the building so his family can use it."

"Lexington is also home to the Mary Todd Lincoln House, the family residence of the future wife of the sixteenth President of the United States. Hourly tours are available Monday – Saturday."

"On the edge of the city’s Blue Grass Airport is the outstanding Aviation Museum of Kentucky containing a huge collection of historic airplanes and aircraft-related artifacts. In addition, it has interactive exhibits and displays on the history, evolution and future of the aviation industry. Founded in 1995, it covers an enormous area with vintage biplanes, attack helicopters, jets and strategic bombers."

"One of the things you must do while in Lexington is taking a trip to the Aviation Museum of Kentucky. You would love it more when you browse through its numerous exhibits. This museum covers 20,000 square feet of space and is devoted to the incredible history of flight."

"Grand and historic with its Doric columns and red-brick walls, the Waveland State Historic Site is one of the best-preserved examples of the American plantation era still standing in Kentucky. It’s set in its very own square of greenery on the south-western edge of the city, offering a glimpse at the regal lifestyles lived by the area’s 19th-century landowners. A grand example of an antebellum mansion from the era, guests here can tour the opulent interior rooms (once the home of the local Bryan clan) and the sweeping grounds, where an old ice house, some slave quarters and a classic southern smokehouse still stand."

"Waveland is a historic antebellum plantation home that has been restored and reopened to the public. The grounds of Waveland contain the extravagant main house and with three outbuildings, which include slave quarters, a smokehouse, and an icehouse. The home is now operated daily, and guided tours provide education and insight into the family and enslaved peoples who lived and worked on the grounds of Waveland."

"Built in 1847, this plantation gives visitors a sneak peek into the opulent lifestyles of the area’s landowners in the 19th century."

"Address: 4093 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, Kentucky KY, 40511, USA Tel: +1 859 259 2746 Situated on the grounds of Kentucky Horse Park is a privately-owned museum showcasing American Saddlebred, Kentucky's native breed of horse. Exhibits include photographs, ribbons, various memorabilia, art work and ribbons from all around Bourbon County. Open hours: daily - 09:00 to 17:00 Admission: charge, discounts for seniors and children, children under six free"

"The American Saddlebred Museum features a large and impressive collection of saddlebred artefacts. It is located within the grounds of the beautiful Kentucky horse park. There are year round exhibits, educational workshops, and plenty of activities to keep visitors amused and engaged in the history of the saddlebred and what the saddlebred means for Kentucky, and for the country."

"American Saddlebred is the breed of horse that is native to Kentucky. The museum dedicated to this breed of horses houses a collection of artefacts dedicated to the breed. These include photographs, medals, trophies and even artworks dedicated to the breed."

"For equine lovers, here is something to add up your sleeves of sites in Lexington, Kentucky, it is Thoroughbred Park. The park occupies 2.75 acres of space and plays a vital role in preserving the history in Lexington: this park is devoted to thoroughbred horses and their history!. There are 13 statues of horses stand across the park, usually represented racing and grazing."

"At Thoroughbred Park, visitors can pose with life-sized bronze plaques of horses and their riders. The park features over 40 sculptures of famous historical figures in racing with informational plaques."

"Occupying over 216 grassy acres, Jacobson Park has all the amenities you would expect from one of the best parks in Lexington: a dog park, two basketball courts, four volleyball courts, and a sizable disc-golf course. What differentiates Jacobson Park is the large reservoir lake where visitors can rent pedal boats and kayaks; you can also bring your own paddle board. Fishing is permitted from shore or the docks (anyone over age 16 needs a Kentucky fishing license)."

"One of the greatest sites for sightseeing for tourists and locals of Lexington, Kentucky, is Jacobson Park. It is an urban park which has a lot of different things for you to see, not just you alone, for everyone. The park spans across 216 acres and has a mix of modern features and greenery."

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