When you think of sports in Kentucky you may think of college basketball rivalries or even horse racing. Maybe you now think of soccer, but with no professional football or baseball teams, we focus our competitive spirit on local and college teams. But that doesn't mean that the Bluegrass State doesn't play a huge part in the world of baseball. If you enjoy this sport even a little, make time to visit the Louisville Slugger Museum in Kentucky. This Louisville destination is a popular tourist attraction, but locals shouldn't discount it. Take home a mini bat and celebrate baseball season with this favorite outing in Kentucky.

As one of the most recognizable sites in our state the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory draws visitors from all over the country.

It's quite easy to recognize, given the massive wooden bat that leans outside on the building. When you visit, don't forget to grab this iconic photo op.

After you've finished gawking over the gigantic bat, head inside and plan on staying for about two hours to make the most of your experience.

The museum is open year round and hosts special events, as well. Be sure to visit the museum's website, linked below, to see what's coming up.

A tour of the factory is included with admission and it's filled with fascinating information that even non-baseball fans will appreciate.

The tours run continuously all day, everyday, and you can just pick which one to do once you arrive. They run for about 30 minutes and at the end you'll get a free mini bat to take home as a souvenir!

The tour will take you through the factory and through the entire process of making the famous Louisville Slugger baseball bats.

From the wooden billets at the beginning of the process, you'll be amazed at how these bats are created.

Each bat creation is a work of art and the detail-oriented process may surprise you.

During the tour you will also be told interesting facts about the bats and the famous players who use them.

Along with the tour, spend time perusing the exhibits and visiting the gift shop.

Take photos with all of the iconic spots throughout the museum and be sure to visit the Signature Wall to see if your favorite player has signed with Louisville Slugger.

Once you've learned all you can about the making of the Louisville Slugger, you've taken photos, and you have your very own mini bat, cross this Kentucky attraction off of your bucket list.

And this museum and factory tour really does deserve a spot on every Kentuckian's bucket list, if only to learn about and appreciate a business that is known around the world, but is at home right here in Kentucky.

The Louisville Slugger Museum in Kentucky is a wonderful place to visit for all ages. Even if you don't have a passion for the sport of baseball, this factory tour and museum is fascinating and also shows off the tradition of this classic American pastime. Have you been to the Louisville Slugger Museum in Kentucky, even though it's considered a tourist attraction? What is your favorite part of the experience? Let us know in the comments!

For more information and to plan a visit, take a look at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory website.

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