10 Unique Museums in Kentucky

There are museums all around the world filled with a diverse history of our society. In Kentucky, we have a unique collection of unusual museums as well. In the Bluegrass State, visitors can find museums containing anything from ancient weapons to our renowned Derby.

Here are 10 original museums that can only be found in Kentucky:

10. Great American Dollhouse Museum in Danville

Has an incredible collection of miniature everything.

9. International Bluegrass Music Museum in Owensboro

Displays a beautiful collection of Kentucky bluegrass musician paraphernalia and music.

8. Bluegrass Motorcycle Museum in Rosine

7. Frazier History Museum in Louisville

Organizes unique showings of things like Napoleon’s wardrobe and personal items, along with an incredible collection of weapons, memorabilia, and artillery from previous wars.

6. National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green

Was the unfortunate victim of a huge sinkhole in 2014. It has since recovered and repaired several vintage Corvettes that were damaged during the incident. Visitors can see Vettes ranging in age from their initial production to modern times.

5. American Cave Museum in Horse Cave

Gives us a tour of a river cave, along with a history of caves in Kentucky.

4. Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History in Bardstown

Provides visitors with the history of whiskey from its beginning in Kentucky up till the 1960s. It even includes documents signed by Lincoln and prescriptions for alcohol that were written during prohibition.

3. Kentucky Railway Museum in New Haven

Offers visitors a glimpse into the history of railways in the Bluegrass state.

2. Kentucky Derby Museum is located in Louisville

Takes visitors back in time with memorabilia from the initial Derby races up to present day winners. The image is of the renowned jockey Willie Shoemaker.

1. American Saddle bred Museum in Lexington

Encourages visitors to learn about the renowned Saddle bred horses, second only to Thoroughbreds in Kentucky.

If your looking for something fun and interesting to do, check out any one of these fascinating museums in the Bluegrass. Each one offers an insightful look into our Kentucky history. These are one of a kind facilities where carefully curated and maintained personal collections displayed with pride. If you have any unusual museum experiences to share, please do so in the comment section below!