"The Quilt Capital of the World and one of just nine Unesco Creative Cities in the USA, Paducah celebrates its folk arts heritage in delightful ways. The creative vibes that flow through this Western

"Here’s an intriguing travel question — when you think of a charming, culturally significant, southern river city, what springs to mind? All the usual suspects, of course: New Orleans. Memphis. Charleston. Savannah.

"Considering that the American South offers up a bounty of produce unrivaled anywhere outside of California's Central Valley, it's no surprise that the region is also home to many of the country's

"There's much more to Kentucky than bourbon and horses, of course. It's the home of bluegrass music and the International Bluegrass Music Museum. It has a thriving arts and crafts scene with The

"With vaulted ceilings and exposed brick and beams, the 1857 Hotel in Paducah dates its building back to the 1800’s. The modern reimagining features riverfront access, a fully stocked bar, and gas

"Just a short two and one-half hour drive from Jackson, the art-friendly culture of Paducah (pop: 25,000), halfway between St. Louis and Nashville, offers visitors an incredible array of experience.

"In Paducah, Ky., 1857 Hotel Bar & Lounge serves a Farmer's 'Fresh' Strawberry Smash with Farmer's Botanical Small Batch Organic Gin, handmade Dans le monde de St. Germain-infused strawberry puree, club soda, lemon, basil leaf and fresh strawberries."