Next year will be the 20th anniversary of this memorial…read more This is a memorial that is near my friends home. It's easy to find just off Dixie hwy and centennial ave. by US Cavalry and across from the new gas station. Three sewer workers and a police man was overcome by dangerous sewer gas. Over the years a pair of shrubs have matured there have been some additions. To the memorial. A plaque and a bench as well. http://www.apnewsarchive.com/1985/Four-Die-in-Sewer-Accident/id-38ea0fbff712e4c39082d338bac5b8e6 25/ 2014

This is a very tragic and sad situation that happened one day in 1985. This is a memorial and…read moretribute for 4 men that lost their lives here during a sewer accident. Very nice tribute to the people that lost their lives

The old section of Louisville and Nashville turnpike. The bridges to the past is this preserved…read morepast. This is a paved path that has a stream to one side and the limestone rocks on the other side. This area is monitored by the army base. Sometimes the path gets washed out, like now. This area after a long rain storm can cause mud and other problems come prepared when hiking.

This is our new favorite trail. It's paved all the way up to the top. It has tree cover so it helps…read moreprotect you from the sun. We have hiked this 2-3 times. Our dog loves to come with us too. It's great for people who need solid footing for hiking. Lots of history here. Watch for the brown signs you may miss them.

"Come one come all, For all are welcome here…read more Many did not beware or believe the curse that was inflicted but that was many eons ago. Perhaps all the individuals that come here today will have changed . In your local community, there's always something spooky, here at Sixth and Park is the Witches Tree. In days of old it was believed to be cursed. It's believed that a local coven worshipped here. We have visited this site many times. It's a local flavor close to Central Park. They have onsite parking for free. This is a free exhibit. If you have time it's a stop along the Haunted Louisville Trail. When you come, and so many individuals come from all over to see this tree. Beauty of course is in the eyes of the beholder. It's beautiful in all its glory. It's still standing today. It's a celebrated tradition to see this . The tree is located in the older part of historic Louisville. The houses along side this tree area are inspiring. Come visit if you dare .

What a knarly tree and I mean that... it is knarly, with it's twists and bumps and lump. What a…read morefabulous tree... Decorated with trinket, beads, stuffies and lots of other things. Be sure to bring a gift for the tree when you visit. Sure to bring you good luck and/or ward off evil.

After the 1937 flood this was still standing…read more A German immigrant, C. Heigold built a mansion and to prove his patriotism he carved all sorts of symbols into the walls of stone. During this time, Irish peoples were frowned upon. Allow a German immigrant, they were forced to live a lower class of individuals too! Following Bloody Monday where Irish were forced to stay away from voting with their lives. The Germans had actual live ammunition fired upon them by angry citizens. But still he loved his new country and home! We have the ornate stone symbols to remember how much someone loved their country. This door has been relocated all that was left from the mighty Ohio River. It shows the symbols of freedom, literally liberty carved into it! The love that comes from a man's soul and spirit can still be enjoyed over 150 years later. Now if you are looking to remember your loved one. You could have a brick placed here forever more . When close to the Big Four Bridge and Ohio Water Park Front this is a must. It's on the road directly across from the Botanical Gardens. The flora is maintained by the Botanical Gardens of Kentucky. When in doubt always smell the flowers! Walk through the facade to find the other sides of life.

TikTok really has opened my eyes to hidden treasures everywhere. I'm sure that I'm not the only one…read morethat feels this way. When you doom scroll, you come across many different places that are true hidden gems. Door To Nowhere, or Heigold House, is definitely an oddity and salute to the past. Some housekeeping, you know, things to know about this place. BE CAREFUL. This sits on a roundabout island with steady traffic. Be mindful to the traffic flow and businesses nearby (I parked at a nearby business off the road and walked over here). Be kind to the natural beauty that surrounds this. And most of all, be respectful. As I said, this sits on a roundabout with flowerbeds surrounding it. Whether you are facing front, as in looking at the front of the façade, or looking from the rear, please stay on the sidewalks provided. Take in the informational plaques as well. Built by Christian H Heigold, a successful stonecutter. Majority of the house was completed in 1853. Heigold was a master at stonecutting and completed the home with busts of Presidents George Washington and James Buchanan. Heigold was also a staunch opponent of the 'Know Nothing Party,' and anti-immigration political party and I would like to think that he built his house with all the busts was a big middle finger to those that were anti-immigration. This façade sat in what was known as the The Point neighborhood, which was favored by those that moved to the city from the New Orleans area. Once Louisville diverted the Beargrass Creek away from downtown, this place started to flood annually. Shifting people away from the neighborhood and then the Great Flood of 1937 happened. Slowly the city started buying houses and demolishing them. Ultimately using the land as a dump site. Then this façade was listed on the National Registry of Historical Places. Remained in that area which became Thruston Park. That is until a developer bought the land adjacent to this and build condos. They moved this massive beast, 70,000-pounds, across River Road to where it sits today.

Fort Duffield Park & Historic Site is awesome! I love visiting to hike and walk the trails. B went…read moremountain biking here several times before I had the chance to visit, so he was familiar with the trails and was able to plan a great half day of walking and hiking for us. We had a blast! Plus, we were able to bring Batman (our Frenchie), and he loved it too. Fort Duffield contains the largest earthen Civil War fortress in Kentucky, which is pretty cool to see. It overlooks West Point, which makes for a nice view. We visited in January, when the trees hadn't yet bloomed, so we got a really great view from the overlook. I'm sure when all of the leaves are full the view isn't as clear, but the area is still beautiful. We also walked through the memorial cemetary, which is an awesome preservation of history. If you like visiting historical sites, this one is great. The walking trails are scenic, but still very easy to navigate. And if you prefer a more strenuous hike, you can create one for yourself. We'll definitely be back!

I'm a civil War buff so this place has some meaning and significance to me. The path or road to the…read moretop of the hill is a bit steep. The asphalt road leading up to the fort has been closed off for years. It appears that tree branches and other overgrowth have not been trimmed recently. Since Covid there hasn't been much activity or events which is unfortunate. Although no battles were fought here it was an important site to defend against the possibility of a Confederate attack. It's probably the best preserved earthen fortification of the Civil War that is still intact. A small memorial cemetery is located opposite the fort. The dead, as far as I know, have been reinterred closer to their homes I believe. Disease felled these unfortunate souls rather than bullets.

This is a cool castle that I took my family to over the summer. I enjoy visiting random unique…read moreplaces. It's one of my favorite things to do in exploring and adding things to help. So of course we had a great time at this castle in Lagrange

Great history of early 1800's to 2000's when city of Louisville purchased property. Plenty to see,…read moreMarked grounds walkways of information signs. New welcome center facility With Indoor conference, meeting area. Outdoor new pavilion perfect for outdoor or indoor weddings overlooking the river. Grounds offer walking or bicycling concrete paths Also adjacent to to property is the Louisville loop. Great afternoon walk or visit of grounds. The manor house is not open for tours

We took the house tour this week and enjoyed it very much! Respectful and interesting stories of…read moreall the people who lived there, native, enslaved and free. The guide seemed informed and passionate about the site and answered our questions. Don't miss the drawers in the visitors center, they are full of artifacts, a tiny museum in themselves!