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First Lady of Lexington

Mary Todd Lincoln flouted convention as a politically active woman in the 19th century

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Kentucky Monthly takes a look at the Victorian tradition of celebrating the ‘ghost’ wonderful time of the year Read more

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The death of a Kentucky sailor in an accident at sea haunted a Bath County family for decades Read more

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Kentucky-born Charles Young was a role model for generations of Black military officers Read more

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The Kentucky rifle is revered by enthusiasts and legendary for its role in American history Read more

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A former Green Book accommodation, Paducah’s Hotel Metropolitan has been restored as a museum and cultural center to preserve its important place in America’s past Read more

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The James Baker Hall Foundation supports Kentucky’s literary and visual creatives Read more

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The legacy of Kentucky’s storied distillers extends to their opulent residences Read more

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