Welcome to
Paducah
At the heart of America's inland waterways, you'll find a sophisticated rivertown that inspires. Paducah, Kentucky is a confluence of cultural heritage and creativity where art is a way of life.
A designated UNESCO Creative City, Paducah is gaining acclaim as a destination for those who crave rich, authentic cultural experiences. Find your inspiration here!

Creative City
Things to Do
Events
Sep
06
Join the River Discovery Center for our 10th Anniversary of the Paducah Dragon Boat Festival! The…
Whiles I Yet Live: Matriarchy and Generational Exchange in Gee’s Bend
- Aug 28, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025
Americans - A Smithsonian Exhibit
- Aug 28, 2025 - Sep 27, 2025
Creative City Stories
"We Love Paducah!" A Visitor's View of Paducah Creative City
Laughter, along with a few shouts, came from the nearby grassy lawn. Off in the distance, wispy clouds gently floated towards the horizon with a beautiful blue Western Kentucky sky just overhead. I sat at a wrought iron café table…