Places around Lexington
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18 places · Wheelchair access stated, as each venue states it
A museum near Blue Grass Airport with more than 50 attractions, among them modern military and classic vintage aircraft, historic and jet engines and aviation artifacts, plus a hall of fame.
Wheelchair access stated, per aviationky.org, checked October 27, 2026
The Lexington Public Library's Beaumont branch on Fieldstone Way, with books and scheduled programs for children and adults.
Wheelchair access stated, per lexpublib.org, checked October 27, 2026
A National Park Service site south of Nicholasville where a Civil War supply depot became a recruitment and training center for United States Colored Troops. It has a visitor center with a museum and film, reconstructed barracks and about five miles of trails.
Wheelchair access in some areas, per nps.gov, checked October 27, 2026
A nonprofit literacy and literary arts center offering writing, publishing and language classes, K-12 tutoring, youth and family programs, author readings and open mics.
Wheelchair access stated, per carnegiecenterlex.org, checked October 27, 2026
A downtown stop for books, local history, exhibitions, and library programs. Explore the official calendar for scheduled activities.
Wheelchair access stated, per lexpublib.org, checked October 27, 2026
The Lexington Public Library's Eastside branch on Blake James Drive, with books and scheduled community activities.
Wheelchair access stated, per lexpublib.org, checked October 27, 2026
An outdoor sculpture park with more than 70 works of art across 40 acres of meadow and young forest, plus picnic areas. Some artworks can be touched, painted or climbed.
Wheelchair access in some areas, per josephinesculpturepark.org, checked October 27, 2026
A working horse park north of Lexington with daily shows, museums and seasonal events such as Hallowhinny. Standard park admission covers most event days.
Wheelchair access in some areas, per kyhorsepark.com, checked October 27, 2026
A downtown children's theatre with performances and theatre classes.
Wheelchair access stated, per lctonstage.org, checked October 27, 2026
A downtown theatre presenting concerts, musicals and family shows. Each performance has its own ticket and entry requirements.
Wheelchair access stated, per centralbankcenter.com, checked October 27, 2026
The Lexington Public Library's newest branch, opened in 2024 in the Cardinal Valley neighborhood, with study rooms, a children's Discovery Zone and an extensive Spanish collection.
Wheelchair access stated, per lexpublib.org, checked October 27, 2026
The Lexington Public Library's Northside branch on Russell Cave Road, with a digital studio and meeting rooms.
Wheelchair access stated, per lexpublib.org, checked October 27, 2026
A 734-acre city nature sanctuary along the Kentucky River with ten miles of trails through meadows, woods and streams, for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Wheelchair access in some areas, per lexingtonky.gov, checked October 27, 2026
The downtown arena is home to University of Kentucky men's basketball.
Wheelchair access stated, per centralbankcenter.com, checked October 27, 2026
A historic village with exhibits, walking paths and seasonal events, including Illuminated Evenings.
Wheelchair access in some areas, per shakervillageky.org, checked October 27, 2026
The Lexington Public Library's Tates Creek branch on Walden Drive, with books and scheduled community activities.
Wheelchair access stated, per lexpublib.org, checked October 27, 2026
A public garden for a self-guided outdoor break. Grounds admission is free; paid areas and special programs have separate terms.
Wheelchair access in some areas, per arboretum.mgcafe.uky.edu, checked October 27, 2026
A downtown cinema with its current films and showtimes listed on the theatre’s website.
Wheelchair access stated, per kentuckytheatre.org, checked October 27, 2026