What do your winter plans look like? Paducah is a destination for all seasons, and there are many ways to experience the city during the chillier months of the year. From shopping and dining to family fun, you won’t want to miss out on winter fun in this Creative City, located in the heart of…
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There are many ways to extend your stay in Paducah with a road trip in western Kentucky and southern Illinois. Add these acclaimed attractions to your itinerary and discoverthings to do around Paducah – all within an hour's drive or less! Super adventures await in Paducah, Metropolis and beyond! | Greater Metropolis CVB…
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Whether your family prefers fun in the sun, hands-on history lessons, or art play, it’s easy to build a Paducah itinerary that all ages will enjoy!Follow this guide to kid-friendly activities and fun things to do in Paducah, Kentucky with your family. Paducah welcomes families for history, art, and outdoor recreation! | River Discovery Center…
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Public lands, including national parks, trails, forests, monuments, and recreation areas, are amongAmerica's most iconic and cherished places. Follow local outdoor enthusiast and self-proclaimed "National Park Nerd," Lucas Bremer, as he shares some of the best in and around Paducah, Kentucky! Natural wonders set the stage for cultural wandering in Paducah and beyond. | Lewis & Clark Tribute at the National Quilt Museum…
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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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Paducah, Kentucky's central geographic location makes it an ideal destination for road trippers. Make Paducah home base for your next road trip to explore western Kentucky, southern Illinois and beyond! Take the scenic route for picturesque outdoor landscapes, native spirits and authentic Americana…
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Go for a spin through Midtown with a Paducah Ambassador Certified Tour Guide! Allow historically significant points of interest and the newest local experiences to pique your interest in this notable Paducah neighborhood. Walk the wall or drive the neighborhoods to uncover Paducah's greatest stories…
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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 situated under a shade tree in what could best be called a backyard meditation garden—complete with a concrete statue of St. Francis of Assisi. Serene would describe that Saturday morning in early May. As I finished my morning coffee, surrounded by greenery and flowering plants with Saint Francis watching over me, I truly felt at peace…
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A UNESCO Creative City for Crafts &Folk Art, Paducah is home to many studios, craft stores, galleries and more to fuel creatives. Kijsa Housman, a professional artist for over 30 years and owner of creative studio MAKE Paducah, has curated her best recommendations for experiencing Paducah’s arts and crafts scene. Kijsa gets her hands dirty at MAKE Paducah…
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What started as a way to honor the accomplishments of Paducahans during Black History Month has evolved into a colorful creative experience. The West Kentucky Community & Technical College (WKCTC) Student Art & Design Club invites you to discover the legacy of African Americans who have and continue to define Paducah! The Defining Paducah display debuted in Historic Downtown Paducah…
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