I had braced myself for bitterness. I expected bitter temperatures and bitter strangers who didn’t have time for an outsider’s confusion at where to begin in an unknown part of the country. It turns out, I was wrong. My brother Andrew and I, along with my partner Jill, flew by way of Nashville to…
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African American culture and voices have played a key role in Paducah's history, including the inspiring stories of Dr. Dennis Henry Anderson, William Stuart Nelson, Robert Crider, and Fate Marable. Paducah Ambassador and local historian Roy Hensel walks us through their lives and the impact they've…
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A Brand Built to Breathe We appreciate everyone's feedback as we move forward with our brand. The 'City of Many Ways' was intentionally designed to be what destination marketing should be: fluid, responsive, and authentic to who we are. This brand emerged from extensive research into who visits…
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This Creative City Story is made possible by a special collaboration with Paducah Life Magazine. In the Lower Town area of Paducah, you can take what resident Victoria Terra calls “a garden walk” along sidewalks and down alleys and see a variety of container and raised bed gardens. It’s like peeking…
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This Creative City Story is made possible by a special collaboration with Paducah Life Magazine. Erileigh Phelan, owner of Raven & Moth, has spread her wings and reopened her newly expanded boutique on Broadway in downtown Paducah. This specialty store is a mix of mystery and seasonal whimsy…
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The sun is shining, and the flowers are blooming—get out and enjoy this Creative City! Spring and summer in Paducah, KY, are wonderful times to enjoy the scenic beauty of America’s inland waterways and the charm of this unique community. Shake off the winter chill and enjoy the warmer weather —…
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This Creative City Story is made possible by a special collaboration with Paducah Life Magazine. Nestled in the heart of western Kentucky’s lakes region, an unexpected culinary enterprise is gaining notoriety across the nation. America’s Best Caviar is gracing fine dining tables from New York City…
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This Creative City Story is made possible by a special collaboration with the National Quilt Museum. In the early days of America, quilts were largely a utilitarian article born of the need for warm bed coverings or to be hung to seal drafty windows and doors. As the nation grew and prospered, a…
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This Creative City Story is made possible by a special collaboration with the McCracken County Public Library. The River’s Role in Paducah’s History Conversations about Paducah's musical heritage cannot be had without the discussion of the river. Conveniently located at the confluence of the…
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Bringing Success Home George Wilson has known the value of hard work since he was young. Growing up on the farm belonging to his grandfather, George Reeves Jr., taught him all about making his own way in life. Those ideals led George through four seasons of college football as a wide receiver at the…
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