A Staycation City In Kentucky That's Worth A Visit, Spend Time In Beautiful Paducah
By Sarah McCosham|Published June 23, 2021
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Sarah McCosham
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I write like it's my job - because it is! I have a Master's in English and love words: crossword puzzles, Scrabble games, Wordle, and, of course, good, old-fashioned books.
I'm a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState, and a contributing writer at Cincinnati Magazine. I love the Great Outdoors and am endlessly awestruck by this beautiful country of ours. Coffee keeps me going, yoga keeps me sane, my kids keep me grounded, and my writing keeps me inspired.
Kentucky is full of winsome little towns that offer visitors lots to see and do. And Paducah ranks at the top of the list. Located in the southwestern end of the state, Paducah is a proud river city that’s big in natural beauty *and* the arts. This well-rounded Kentucky gem has a thriving creative community and boasts attractions and experiences that you just won’t find anywhere else. Next time you’re looking for an accessible adventure in Kentucky, plan a little staycation to Paducah!
Located at the confluence of the Tennessee and Ohio Rivers, in the westernmost corner of Kentucky, sits the lovely town of Paducah.
Some of the city's most celebrated events include the Dogwood Trail Celebration, Barbecue on the River, Christmas in Paducah, and QuiltWeek.
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A city that's wholly committed to the arts, Paducah is home to the National Quilt Museum, which features artistic quilts from all over the world, and regularly hosts educational programs and community events.
Created by world renowned artist Robert Dafford and his team of muralists, these illustrations (and their riverfront location) epitomize the celebration of the arts and river culture you'll find in Paducah.
In addition to enjoying all the real riverboats and maritime-themed murals at the Port of Paducah, boat lovers will get a kick out of River Discovery Center, a museum which puts visitors at the helm of a virtual sailing adventure!
Paducah is a gem of a town that really is a microcosm of Kentucky's best qualities: accessible, full of Southern charm, deeply connected to its roots, and breathtakingly beautiful.
