Local and regional tourists love Morehead County, Kentucky and here are several
reasons why…
There is much to be said about the rich history and beautiful diversity among one of the loveliest counties in the state of Kentucky – that of Morehead County! There are lots of shops, including antique shops, many events, historical landmarks and a wide range of activities to choose from to do while on your journey through Morehead such as fishing, boating, hiking, horseback riding, backpacking and mountain biking to name a few. There is a cuisine for every palate including local bakeries, pizza and steak houses and international fare for those with more exotic tastes.
**For those of you planning a wedding, the conference center has venues for a small intimate gathering of your closest friends and family or spaces to accommodate a large wedding party. See the website for more on the link below.
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Sort of like a Frank Capra movie, It’s A Wonderful Life – Morehead offers something a little extra special for the artists and the aficionado of art…
For the art lovers of the world, you have several options to visit such as Kentucky Folk Art Center and Claypool Young Art Gallery, both of which offers something to celebrate about and for the common man – the artist, the student and the individual who has struggled and met many challenges without being rewarded. These are the folks who are often viewed as the unsung heros by the mainstream and are usually left behind or undiscovered in the more famous world of artists.
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To highlight some of the best key features of your visit to Morehead, we listed some of the favorites folks have enjoyed over the years…
Historical landmarks are scattered throughout Morehead; each with a unique story to tell. An easy self-guided walking tour of downtown provides insight to local history. Start your tour at the Morehead Tourism office and pick up a brochure that will detail your walk.
Foothills Quilt Trail Rowan County
The Foothills Quilt Trail Rowan County was developed by a grant from The W. Paul and Lucille Caudill Little Foundation Inc. Quilting is woven into the fabric and history of the region and the Quilt Trail’s goal is to honor and bring awareness to quilting heritage. More than 50 barns are adorned with large quilt pattern squares throughout the county. Start your tour by visiting Morehead Tourism’s office for a full map.
CCC Trail Winery/ 3939 CCC Trail
Visit a local winery for some tasty wine – located along the historic CCC Trail outside Morehead, Kentucky and just twenty minutes from Exit 137 off I-64. The five and one-half acre vineyard meanders across a stunning ridgeline setting at 1200 foot elevation. The vineyard panorama is on constant display from their tasting room windows. The Four Seasons Club room and the intimate wine cellar allow for several groups to have functions simultaneously.
Updates: Rowan County has a new railroad and history museum. Established in 2016, the museum is a combination railroad and general history museum of Morehead, Rowan County and Eastern Kentucky. From railroad artifacts from the six historic railroads which ran in Rowan County, to the infamous Rowan County Feud and flash flood of 1939, the museum houses artifacts large and small.
*For more info, see the website at http://moreheadtourism.com/ Also, for upcoming events, see this page: http://moreheadtourism.com/events/