Discover the only place that brings together over 20,000 artifacts, 170+ bourbons, exclusive Churchill Downs® tours, immersive exhibits, and a thrilling 360° film that will make your heart race and emotions soar as you immerse yourself in the excitement of the Derby.
For the Love of Baseball Connect with a genuine global icon on its hometown turf. Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory celebrates the extraordinary role Louisville Slugger baseball bats have played in the sport's past, present, and future. From the forest to the field, you'll follow the timber that's turned into hard-hitting history. And, really, who doesn’t love a free mini-bat at the end of a tour?
The Carnegie Center for Art & History, within the Downtown Historic District of New Albany, Indiana, is a contemporary art gallery and local history museum. The Carnegie Center offers a variety of exhibitions, events, and learning opportunities for the public.
Stroll along Main Street past Federal, Greek Revival, Victorian, and Italianate mansions, preserving the city's steamboat-era grandeur. Mansion Row on E. Main St. is an outstanding collection of 19th and early-20th century architecture. Downtown contains a significant collection of commercial buildings, dating from the first half of the 1800s to the 1950s. A wide range of architectural styles are represented, including Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Renaissance Revival, Beaux Arts, Neoclassical and Chicago Commercial.
Pick up the paved trail here — ideal for walking or biking along the river toward Jeffersonville and beyond. The Greenway in New Albany includes 70 acres of wetland and bottomland forest for hiking, wildlife viewing and exploration, in addition to multi-use paths and a roadway (Water Street) with an extensive riverfront view.
Churchill Downs has live racing throughout the year. There is the Spring Meet, September Meet and Fall Meet. During each meet there are featured race day events and huge stakes races. Be sure to check out some of the great events around the live race meets. Take their guided experience tour and learn more about planning your trip. Complete your check list to get ready to visit Churchill Downs!