History
For a small town, Campbellsville has its share of history. Here you’ll find many buildings on the National Register of Historic Places, a variety of museums and monuments, as well as the famous Tebbs Bend Battlefield.
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Located near the Dam, the Green River Lake Visitor Center is a free must-visit attraction open to the public.
Campbellsville Main Street is committed to the historic preservation and development of downtown Campbellsville through various preservation, organization, promotion, design, and economic vitality initiatives.
The Atkinson-Griffin House Museum is the last stop on the Tebbs Bend Battlefield driving tour.
The Taylor Regional Archive Center (TRAC) in Kentucky serves as a hub for preserving local history and genealogy.
Quilting thrives as a cherished tradition in Kentucky, evoking feelings of home and family comfort. Explore the scenic beauty of Taylor County while admiring local artisans' work on the Scenic Barn Quilt Driving Tour.
The Hiestand House-Taylor County Museum, constructed in 1823, is a unique German stone house showcasing Taylor County's history. Once raided by General John Hunt Morgan during the Civil War, it boasts exceptional hand-tooled masonry work.
The Toll Gate House, stop (1A) on the Tebbs Bend Driving Tour, serves as a transportation museum showcasing photographs of Taylor County toll houses, toll keepers and some of the rates charged from as far back as the 1800’s.
The Taylor County Public Library gives access to thousands of resources and databases that can literally put the world of knowledge within reach for all individuals.
This Historical Scavenger Hunt is a short walk that meanders through Mainstreet in Historic District of Downtown Campbellsville with stops at some of the city’s oldest and most historic sites.
Put yourself in the middle of everything you love about Kentucky.
Taylor County Tourist Commission
325 E. Main Street
Campbellsville, KY 42718
270-465-3786
or 800-738-4719