Paducah Signature Experiences
Exclusively for Groups
Paducah invites you to go beyond the expected with Signature Experiences--crafted encounters designed to engage, inspire, and connect. These carefully curated opportunities are available exclusively to groups and offer a deeper, more personalized way to explore our rich heritage, creative spirit, and sense of place.
Whether your travelers are art lovers, history buffs, cultural explorers, or lifelong learners, Paducah delivers unforgettable moments through guided access, hands-on activities, and meaningful storytelling.
Browse available experiences below, then contact us to schedule your group.
Why Choose a Signature Experience?
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Immersive and Interactive: Go behind the scenes, meet local makers, and dive deeper into what makes Paducah a UNESCO Creative City.
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Tailored for Groups: Each experience is designed with group logistics in mind—perfect for motorcoach tours, reunion groups, educational outings, and more.
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Locally Led: Engage with passionate curators, artists, historians, and community storytellers who bring Paducah’s culture and history to life.
From quilt workshops and living history to guided museum tours and faith heritage experiences, these Signature Experiences are your group’s invitation to discover Paducah in a personal way.
Immerse your group in the artistry of quilting at the world-renowned National Quilt Museum, where multiple experience options—from guided tours to hands-on workshops—celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and the stories stitched into every piece.
Discover the legacy of Paducah’s historic African American hotel during Mrs. Maggie’s Memories, a living history experience filled with heartfelt storytelling, vintage charm—and a sweet slice of homemade chess pie to end your visit.
Take a guided stroll along Paducah’s vibrant floodwall murals and hear the stories behind the brushstrokes that bring the city’s rich history to life in vivid color.
Explore the power and impact of America’s rivers through interactive exhibits, guided tours, and a hands-on pilothouse simulator experience right in downtown Paducah.
Step inside Paducah’s sacred spaces on a guided tour of historic churches, where architecture, heritage, and faith traditions offer a powerful window into the city’s soul.
Uncover the layers of Paducah’s past in this former market building, where artifacts, photographs, and eclectic exhibits tell the story of a river town shaped by time.
Experience Southern elegance at Whitehaven, a beautifully restored 1860s mansion where antiques, architecture, and presidential history come together in a graceful welcome to Paducah.
Tour the 1852 home of a Confederate general and experience Civil War history through compelling exhibits, period furnishings, and stories rooted in Paducah’s past.
Ready to explore? Our sales team is here to help with scheduling, itinerary building, and customized planning. Reach out today to get started, or to discuss more personalized, behind-the-scenes experiences for your group.

Amina Watkins Group Travel Sales Manager
