Welcome to Lexington!
The Horse Capital of the World...
The Birthplace of Bourbon...
The Heart of the Bluegrass...
The Home of the Kentucky Wildcats...
The Athens of the West...
Lexington and the Bluegrass Region is filled with unexpected story ideas. Visit our Press Room for updates on the latest newsworthy happenings and special events, or register to receive a media kit plus our "Weird and Wonderful Facts" brochure.
Media Assistance for Press trips
VisitLEX services requests from qualified journalists worldwide. We coordinate various media visits throughout the year. Requests are handled on a case by case basis. The level of support provided depends upon the journalist's story, advance notice provided, time of year, length of stay, and the ability of Lexington hotels and attractions to help. If you are a journalist planning a trip to Lexington's Bluegrass Region, fill out and submit the Press Trip Assistance Request Form.
Visual Assets for Media Professionals
A selection of high-resolution images and stock b-roll are available for non-commercial use in promoting Lexington as a convention or leisure travel destination. These images may be used for editorial purposes to accompany a tourism article about Lexington's Bluegrass Region or to promote an upcoming meeting or convention in Lexington. Please click here to view available assets.
If you have questions or need assistance, call (800) 845-3959 or email our Director of Communications, Martina Barksdale at mbarksdale@visitlex.com
