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Learn About Our History Through Art

The I Was Here project is a series of public art and public history installations that serve as a mindful, reverent, and powerful acknowledgment of American history.Through a synthesis of the arts, humanities and technology, the project is an invitation to bring a new understanding to the concept of Nation Building. Truly understanding our history is the gateway to transform how we see ourselves and each other.

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Take A Piece Of The
Experience Home

After visiting all stops of the I Was Here Passport, you’ll be rewarded with the print of your choice from the I Was Here art project.

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Want to learn more about Lexington? See what else there is to experience.

Historic Downtown Walking & Bluegrass Country Driving Tours

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Tours with a Guide

A tour guide takes a group through the Buffalo Trace Barrel Receiving and Inspection area which is full of bourbon barrels.

History

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Lexington Mural Challenge

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Fall

Fall Guide to Lexington

Fall looks good on the Bluegrass. Really good. While other destinations lose a bit of their luster

Keeneland in the Fall

Best of Lexington in October

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The Breeders’ Cup Guide to Lexington

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