Quick Summary: A short drive from the Land Between the Lakes and Kentucky Lake, as well as Murray State University, the city of Murray in the “Bluegrass State” is a great place to live and visit. Murray, Kentucky is home to a wide variety of interests, ranging from museums and fine art to music and theatre like Playhouse in the Park to fishing and hunting. The city also boasts eclectic dining, upscale and unique shops, beautiful parks, pristine golf courses, such as the Miller Memorial Golf Course.


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Playhouse in the Park

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Miller Memorial Golf Course

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