March 2021 marks one year of Kentuckians staying healthy at home. Virtual schooling, quarantining, and working from home has presented its challenges, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel. As temperatures and vaccination rates rise, some of our favorite places are beginning to reopen*. What better time to get out and spend quality…
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Richmond Tourism Celebrates its 40th Anniversary
A look back at 40 years of tourism in Richmond The year 2020 proved a challenging one for tourism worldwide as restrictions halted travel and recreation. However, Richmond Kentucky Tourism’s story is one of survival and growth. In 2021, the commission celebrates its 40th anniversary. “I am so proud of the progress Richmond…
Local Dining Delivery and Carryout Options
Local Eats Carryout and Familiar Chains Most restaurants in Richmond have plans in place to continue offering food, despite an order that their dining rooms be closed as a precaution in the wake of concerns about the spread of the coronavirus. This list will be updated as more information becomes available. For addresses, phone…
Take a walk & enjoy Richmond’s historic architecture
In the light of the recent Covid-19 crisis, have you found yourself looking for outside activities? Below is a great way to practice social distancing, explore your town and enjoy the fresh air. We invite you to take A Tour of Richmond Places. The City of Richmond boasts over 100 buildings on the National Register…
Fort Boonesborough reenactment set for Sept. 28-29, 2019
Join us for the 1778 Siege of Fort Boonesborough Reenactment on September 28-29, 2019 at Fort Boonesborough State Park in Richmond, Kentucky. Visitors to the 1778 Siege of Fort Boonesborough Reenactment have the opportunity to step back in time for a weekend as they observe what life was like for settlers living in the region…
History of the Irvinton House
The Irvinton House 345 Lancaster Avenue, Richmond KY (CA. 1820/1870) Architecture Irvinton’s brick facade was initially designed in the Federal style. It contained five bays and interior end chimneys projected upward from a low hipped roof. Between 1830 and 1835 Col. Irvine added the two-story ell on the east side. The two bay windows, decorative…
Richmond – Rich in History
Richmond, founded in 1798, is full of history from the pioneer settlers, to the Civil War and beyond. With such a rich history, and a thriving restaurant and retail scene, Richmond has long been a magnet for visitors. When thinking of Kentucky History, most of the notable characters have called Richmond their home. We are…
The Kentucky All ‘A’ Classic is here to stay at EKU
The Kentucky All “A” Classic is back for good! Eastern Kentucky University hosted the small-school basketball tournament for boys’ and girls’ teams from 1991 to 2011. The Frankfort Convention Center had hosted the event the past six years. The decision, which followed a meeting of the All “A” Classic Board of Directors, was announced on…
