LouisvilleSights

Museum sights in Louisville

  1. Louisville Slugger Museum

    Look for the 120ft baseball bat leaning against the Louisville Slugger Museum - ya can't miss it. Hillerich & Bradsby Co have been making the famous Louisville Slugger baseball bat here since 1884. The admission fee includes a plant tour, a hall of baseball memorabilia such as Babe Ruth's bat, a batting cage and a free mini slugger. Customized bats are sold in the lobby. Note: bat production halts on Sunday, as well as on Saturday in the winter.

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  2. Kentucky Derby Museum

    On the grounds, the Kentucky Derby Museum has exhibits on derby history, including a peek into the life of jockeys and a roundup of the most illustrious horses. There is a 360-degree audiovisual about the race, and a behind-the-scenes track tour ($10) that leads you through the jockey's quarters and posh VIP seating areas.

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  3. Louisville Science Center

    The kids will enjoy the interactive exhibits at the this centre, which include the 'Chemical Kitchen', 'Inventors Garage' and a giant heart that beats like a real one. The centre also houses an IMAX theatre.

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