Explore more science!…read more Let your imagination run wild and free. Learn to discern and understand the meaning of our world around us. Explore facts and ideas that form and shape our world. Color with the language of your chosen subject and see the difference it makes. Learn about the state of Kentucky! How the caves were formed and created? The animals that are native here. Learn that even a small beetle in the grass means something to the eco systems that all co exist. Learn how sound waves travel . Did you know how cable bridges work? How about the different styles of bridges surrounding the area over the Ohio River. The Clark, 2nd Street Bridge, and Big Four Bridge are Truss bridges. Did you know that. Now you do! The science center is located on Main Street. You can purchase tickets on line or in person. You can choose to see the full exhibit and video for $29. Or for just the most of the museum all day long for $24. They have no local discounts. You will get your hands stamped and you can the same day leave and come back until they close at 5 pm. Parking is at a meter or the lots designated for the cars and trucks. You will know the parking lot it has a large dinosaur on top of the parking lot. It's open and not a garage. This is where we parked. You will need to add the parking via your cell phone with card. The museum has a local card that is unlimited if you visit a lot this is a great idea. You should consider! All in all it's a great place to visit especially with little kids. They have three levels of education and fun. The museum is enjoyable and engaging at every turn. The upper floor has a great selection of activities for older children and adults. It clearly clarifies the human condition and experiences that we all experience.

Tonight was a special event held in the IMAX Theatre to fundraise for Dolly Parton's Imagination…read moreLibrary. The movie "9 to 5" was being shown on 9/25 at various venues across the country. The theater has quite comfortable seating, great sound system, and unsurprisingly great visuals on the 4-story height screen. Boxed popcorn was even being sold in the first floor gift shop. An info table was set up on the third floor near the entrance to the theater with local reps available to answer questions for the Imagination Library and to solicit donations. Science Center has a large parking lot located directly behind the building. Cost is $8 for members and $15 for nonmembers. There is a pedestrian walking bridge connecting the lot to the science center. An elevator is also available to provide total accessibility and just so happens to be topped off with the triceratops statue originally seen at the Louisville Zoo many decades ago. Very nostalgic! Science Center appears well kept and brightly lit and a welcoming space. Employees encountered this evening were all quite welcoming and friendly. Looking forward to checking out future events at this venue.

We attended the monthly Moth StorySlam hosted here at Headliners by our local public radio station…read more These occur regularly usually on the 4th Tuesday and we purchased our tickets online, although a limited number might be available at the door for an increased price. Ten storytellers have 5 minutes on stage to address the topic of the evening. Tonight's topic was "Revenge" with many inspirational stories referencing ultimately "choosing peace". The highlight of the show was getting to see local comedian, Mack Dryden, perform his unique wry schtick in unparalleled storytelling style. He brought down the house with his saga of battling squirrels while living in California. The venue has a small parking lot in front of the building, a larger parking area next to the property, and large amounts of free on street parking along Lexington Road and the surrounding side streets. Doors opened and lines moved quickly through security for bag checks, ticket scanning, and locating a seat. There were rows of folding chairs in front of the stage as well as 2 to 4 seat small pub tables placed along the walls. There is also an overhead balcony viewing area with tables and chairs. We did notice an odor in the building that was a bit offputting at first and then I suppose we eventually became nose-blind. It was a hint of a musty, urine, spilled beer, dive bar mix. We also exited the building around 10:30 PM following the show and were slammed with the familiar Butchertown pig slaughterhouse odor and almost ran to our cars to make our escape. Restroom was large, clean, and fully stocked. Large bar area near the back of the room. Easily able to see the stage from any vantage point in the large space. Audio was fine. Would love to return here for future events, including The Moth.

Concerts here always deliver! If you haven't had a chance to listen to these legends, do yourself a…read morefavor and find something -- anything -- from them! "Nubian Woman" had me in a trance. I wish there was a greater selection of eats here, but the bagged snacks worked for the time being. Don Was & the Pan-Detroit Ensemble performed, and I mean performed. I bought their latest album. This was my first concert of theirs but not my last! Great ambience at this venue.

The garden in May was beautiful. Large Iris and Peonies. Walk around , there is a grotto and a…read moretrellised walk . Lovely.

Whitehall might be easy to miss unless you're seeking a special locale for an event or wedding. The…read morelovely, historic house and its gardens are tucked back of Lexington Rd among the seminaries and residential neighborhoods. We sat out to explore its annual, peony celebration between thunder showers yesterday. We didn't visit the impressive house on this trip (they offer paid, guided tours). The gardens are free for visitors to wander and there are several places to sit and enjoy the natural beauty inside this well-manicured, but petite garden. We didn't stay for the guided, garden tour or plant sale, but I've been told that both are very popular. Besides two, avid gardeners and a photographer, we had the peonies to ourselves. Although our visit was short, we loved exploring the gorgeous peonies at Whitehall. Looking forward to a tour next time!

A really nice place to see a show. As music venues go, the Monarch sits somewhere between Zanzibar…read moreor Whirling Tiger and hearing a show in someone's living room, which is to say that there isn't going to be a bad seat, with the important caveat that there are only so many seats. They call their main stage area a "listening room" and urge patrons to silence their devices. The gist here is that they want to promote an environment where people are really focused on the music being played, without distractions. And if for whatever reason you're here to see a show or take part an event that is in the courtyard in back, that space is also very inviting and well laid out. Beyond these simple facts, if you come here you'll also notice some other unusual aspects that will hint at the fact that you're not in a normal concert venue. For one thing, there are no beverage sales -- it's entirely BYOB. And if you want to bring in your own snack too, that's kosher. I can't say I grasp everything about the place, but the reason why it's called a "music & arts community" is because this operation is run by a nonprofit, and they prefer to be in the business of serving artists rather than selling drinks. For the true night owls, or for local musicians, there is a membership option but almost any event is open to the public too (perhaps at a slightly higher entry price). Some events are ticketed, others are free or have "suggested donation" attached. And maybe best of all, none of the proceeds go to Ticketmaster.

enjoyed a wonderful evening of talented musicians performing original music at The Monarch. The…read moreMonarch is a non-profit space for showcasing music, art & promoting community. you may walk in the door a stranger, but within moments of crossing the threshold, you are a friend. there are plenty of non-ticketed events (there's a jar for contributions to the musicians), listening sessions, jam sessions & ticketed events (Tommy Prine is coming January 2025). The Monarch is a beautiful space - like a friend's living room &/or the cozy cafe you remember haunting from your college days. its a space for songwriters, performers & all who love music, the arts & want to support their talent. check it out! you'll be very happy you did!

We attended the Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass show this evening and it was amazing. Doors…read moreopened at 6:30 PM for the 7:30 PM show and we had balcony seats. Scanning tickets and passing through metal detectors and the bag search procedures were speedy. When we entered the venue, an usher asked if we'd like to be upgraded to orchestra level and we ended up in Row R (photos and videos depicting the view are included with this review). The location of these seats was terrific with regard to visual and audio. Seating was comfortable and had armrests. The performance was fantastic. We felt so fortunate to have a chance to see him play and his band is also wonderful. This was a perfect venue to host this show. Restrooms were clean and well stocked. Bar concessions are available. Exiting the building required a bit of patience due to patrons' traffic flow bottlenecks nearing the lobby. Looking forward to future events at this venue.

I was at the Louisville Ballet's spring recital for their youth programs this afternoon. Probably…read more700 parents, grandparents, siblings and other family and friends come to see 4 to 18 year old dancers perform, most sporting flower bouquets for "Their" dancer. There is some street parking but the garage is located directly behind the theater with a catwalk on the second level that takes you directly into the theater. I equated the 3-4 year old little girl dance routines to t-ball for little boys. Most don't have a clue about their routine but still get dressed up, head out on stage and dance to their hearts content. Like T-ball it's pretty funny. Then the older girls who probably started out as toddlers and have persevered through years of practice are pretty impressive. Costumes are fun, good music and an excited audience to see your person on stage at the Brown theater. Viewing the building itself is worth a visit. They typically have a bar or two set up but not for this matinee. They were selling food, chips, candy, sodas and bottled water, hot pretzels, hot dogs, etc. But what I don't get is you can't take the food inside the theater. So why sell it? Drinks are allowed inside the theater. Just a cool theater, fun afternoon for family and the dancers.

The Kentucky Expo Center serves Louisville for a variety of events: state fair, school graduations,…read moreamusement parks, flea markets, concerts, car shows, industry and career events, horse shows, and much much more. Each wing has its own vibe and look, and each can hold several tables and attendees. The South Wing, while having been around for a long time, was built most recently. The last year we've continued to see construction at the Expo as their team builds what works for its clients. Parking has increased - $15 for the day, no reentry. If you have a Kentucky Kingdom pass it is included and always free. Always buy your state fair tickets in advance to avoid that cost as well. When visiting - make sure to take your picture at the fountain. If teaching a kid to drive, this is a great spot. My dad had me drive the circle many times, merging lanes and parking. Several hotels and restaurants can be found nearby if you're visiting from outside of Louisville. The Expo has several entrances; however, they may be selectively open depending on the schedule.

I enjoy going here for the events they hold, but parking is always $15 regardless of what it says…read moreonline even if the event is free and the way they have it blocked off sometimes with the plant holders is confusing as to what lanes are one ways!! It's a bit overwhelming in my opinion! I had gone there recently for their flea market expo, and bought quite a few things! Unfortunately, there were in fact a lot of resellers and racist antique items, but I take it in as a museum and just walked around & observed. In the middle of it there were bins you can dig through like a little rat of Amazon returns & I got some craft items! animals were allowed in, but unfortunately there were a mess of foods on the floor from the bins, sampler stations such as fudge so be weary that your dog could possibly eat chocolate!!! The expo center is massive and I didn't try the food they were serving because I heard it was mid and didn't want to spend money on bland food, so maybe they could improve in that department! Overall, would still go for the excellent events held here and have enjoyed my time all the times I've gone.

The GAC is a treasured place in Louisville! The largest events are Oktoberfest and Maifest. There…read moreare many other gatherings both inside and out. Live bands are typically an event highlight! There is plenty of beer always available as well as wine, bourbon, and other non-alcoholic options. The homemade food is delicious and calorie free (J/K). Come checkout out sometime!

A very successful Oktoberfest 2026 is in the books and thankful to the many club members…read morevolunteering over the 2-day festival. The sign commemorating the dedication of the new playground has also finally arrived. Grateful for such a wonderful community and the dedication to keeping traditions alive. Now the season of indoor beer halls begins with full sit down dinners and accompanied by authentic imported beer from Germany. Can check social media for the upcoming details for dates and menus. Parking is always free. Building is handicap accessible.

Perfect All-In-One Wedding Venue!…read more I was a bridesmaid at a wedding at Victoria Chapel and Hall, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. Having both the chapel and the hall on-site created the perfect all-in-one setting for the ceremony and reception -- everything flowed so seamlessly. The venue itself is a beautiful historic church, full of elegance and charm, which made the whole day feel extra special. The bridal and groom suites were absolutely perfect and made getting ready so comfortable and enjoyable. The managers and staff were incredibly helpful, kind, and wonderful to work with throughout the day. Every detail felt thoughtful and well cared for. I can't recommend Victoria Chapel and Hall highly enough for anyone looking for a stunning, convenient, and welcoming place to host a wedding!

My fiancée and I thought we had finally found our wedding venue at The Victoria: Chapel and Hall…read more We toured it twice, brought family, talked about where the tables would go, what songs we'd dance to -- all the little details that make a day unforgettable. It felt perfect. During our visit, we noticed a shelf full of Bibles. The staff told us not to worry -- they'd be removed for our day because the space was "sometimes rented out to churches." That made us feel comfortable, like our wedding would be treated with the same respect as anyone else's. When we received the contract later, we were shocked to find a section about "Christian values" and ministry. We asked for clarification -- only to be told days later that they don't allow LGBTQ weddings. I'm a transgender man, and my fiancée is a cis woman. We're just two people who love each other deeply, and to be told our love didn't belong there -- after all the excitement, after all the planning -- was absolutely crushing. We weren't angry. We were heartbroken. Because no couple should have to feel like their love is something that needs to be "allowed." I'm sharing this because we wouldn't want anyone else to feel that same pain. Love should never have fine print.