Hopkinsville has a long list of attractions and activities to lure visitors to Christian County. To begin with, the town benefits from year-round mild weather which is perfectly conducive to outdoor recreation. You can enjoy walking and hiking along the Hopkinsville Greenway System or at Jeffers Bend Recreation area, or tee off for a round of golf at the Hopkinsville Country Club. There are various play areas for children and plenty of unique shopping opportunities. You can taste some pure Kentucky moonshine at the Casey Jones Distillery, find your perfect craft beer at the Hopkinsville Brewing Company and feast on northern Italian cuisine at Da Vinci’s Little Italian. Certain attractions may be temporarily closed or require advance reservations. Some restaurants are currently offering pickup only. Hours/availability may have changed.
1.Casey Jones Distillery, Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Named in honor of the Prohibition-era master still-maker Casey Jones, the Casey Jones Distillery continues a family tradition. Arlon Casey Jones is the grandson of the legendary Casey and has faithfully copied the brilliant copper stills made by his grandfather to build his own moonshine and bourbon distillery right in the heart of The Land between the Lakes. Today visitors are invited to visit the distillery for a tour and/or a tasting and to spend some time enjoying a stroll through their 73-acre country property. There is a lounge area where guests can enjoy a drink and a shop where you can buy some gifts to take back home with you. The distillery produces straight KY Bourbon, small-batch Bourbon and Moonshine.
Casey Jones Distillery, 2815 Whitty Lane, Hopkinsville, KY 42240, Phone: 270-839-9987
2.Trail of Tears Commemorative Park and Heritage Center, Hopkinsville, KY
Described as an act of genocide by many sources, the Trail of Tears was the forced removal and relocation of Native Americans from the south east of America to the Indian Territory in Oklahoma. Many thousands died along the route. The Trail of Tears Park was established to honor the memory of these Native Americans who suffered remarkable hardships along the trail. Visitors to the park can join a guided tour of the Heritage Center (from March to October) and join the annual Pow Wow in September, a deeply moving educational experience which demonstrates Native American Indian culture through music, drumming, dance and traditional food.
Trail of Tears Commemorative Park, 100 Trail of Tears Dr, Hopkinsville, KY 42240, Phone: 270-886-8033
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3.Things to Do in Hopkinsville, Kentucky: Hopkinsville Brewing Company
Although Bourbon is by far the most famous Kentucky beverage, beer is pretty popular too. Especially when it is an artisanal craft beer from the Hopkinsville Brewing Company. The brewing company was established by two veterans with the community in mind and now serves as a popular meeting place for Hopkinsville locals – it also attracts craft-beer enthusiasts from further afield. The tap room offers a selection of at least 8 freshly brewed beers ranging from stout and IPL’s to ales to IPA’s. On most nights you will find a food truck parked outside where you can buy some tasty food to accompany your choice of craft brew.
Hopkinsville Brewing Company, 102 E. 5th St, Hopkinsville, KY 42240, Phone: 270-987-3115
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4.Hopkinsville Christian County Public Library, Hopkinsville, Kentucky
There has been some form of public library available to the Hopkinsville community since 1874. In the early days the library was located on the 2nd floor of the local bookstore. After several improvements and relocations the current library opened to the public in December 1976. Apart from offering the community a wide variety of reading matter, the library also hosts many activities for all ages including story time for younger children and a variety of craft workshops for older children and adults. Interestingly, this library also offers Book-a-Bike bike rentals and “seed rentals” to encourage the community to plant flowers and vegetables.
Hopkinsville Christian County Public Library, 1101 Bethel St, Hopkinsville, KY 42240, Phone: 270-887-4262
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5.Things to Do in Hopkinsville, Kentucky: Da Vinci’s Little Italian
Chef Pavil Skorpil has always had a passion for the flavors of traditional Northern Italian cuisine. When the opportunity arose to open his own restaurant in Hopkinsville in 2009, there was no doubt in his mind about what kind of food he would serve. The restaurant has gone from strength to strength since then and is one of Hopkinsville’s most popular eateries today. The menu features all your Italian favorites, perfectly prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients. Because Chef Pavil believes that Italian food is meant to be served with wine you will also find a great selection of wines served by the glass or the bottle - food and wine pairing is available.
Da Vinci’s Little Italian, 304 N. Drive, Hopkinsville, KY 42240, Phone: 270-874-2853
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5 Best Things to Do in Hopkinsville, Kentucky
- Casey Jones Distillery, Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Photo: Casey Jones Distillery
- Trail of Tears Commemorative Park and Heritage Center, Hopkinsville, KY, Photo: BURHAN/stock.adobe.com
- Things to Do in Hopkinsville, Kentucky: Hopkinsville Brewing Company, Photo: Parilov/stock.adobe.com
- Hopkinsville Christian County Public Library, Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Photo: Hopkinsville Christian County Public Library
- Things to Do in Hopkinsville, Kentucky: Da Vinci’s Little Italian, Photo: Da Vinci’s Little Italian
- Cover Photo: Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library
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