A legendary naturalist discovered his calling here...

What will you discover?

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Discover Your Nature

Framed by nature, Henderson is a vibrant river town retreat-- the Ohio River rolls, the birds fly. With a historic downtown, dynamic culinary scene, and plenty of fresh air to go around, Henderson is a place where you can discover your nature. What will you discover?

Upcoming Events

From high-energy music festivals on our riverfront and world-class performances at the Preston Arts Center to easy weekends at the Farmers Market and art openings at Gallery 101, our events calendar offers something for everyone.

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EXPLORE AUDUBON STATE PARK

Discover the magic of the season as you journey through miles of hiking trails, cozy up in one of six cabins, and experience Audubon Museum & Nature Center.

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Sip & Savor Local Brews

Raise a glass to carefully crafted brews along the West Kentucky Brewery Hop! Start your hop here in Henderson and adventure out into the region for the best craft beers in the state.

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welcome to the bbq belt

Dotted along the backroads of our region is a culinary passage known as the BBQ Belt, featuring locally-owned BBQ joints that have been perfecting their craft for generations. 

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Celebrate the Songs of Summer

We don't want to sidestep winter, but our summer music scene is a whole vibe of its own. Dreaming of a festival filled summer? Set your sights on Henderson, Kentucky.

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Step into the world of Audubon like never before with M. Bernard Loates' breathtaking reproductions at the Audubon State Park Museum, now through June. This free exhibit features rare prints like the Little Blue Heron and Great Egret, along with Loates' personal sketches!
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Trust us… this is your vibe. 
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Here’s the 411 on all the lovey dovey sips going on in Henderson right now! 
Roast: Heart Drink 
Antler: Cupid Shuffle
Hometown Roots: Butterfly Garden 
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We often think of the CSX bridge as one of Henderson's iconic landmarks, but have you seen the Twin Bridges peeking through the Audubon Wetlands?
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The observation decks at the Sloughs WMA offer the perfect spot to listen to bird calls and immerse yourself in a hidden nature escape right in Henderson, Kentucky. Grab your binoculars, bring your curiosity, and start birding at the Sloughs!
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Get the rundown on all events happening for Valentine’s Day! Check out it out on our website. Link in bio! Some events are ticketed! 
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Allow us to reintroduce ourselves…
We’ve noticed a lot of new faces here, and we’re excited to welcome you! Whether you’re planning a visit or just enjoying local content, we hope you’ll love Henderson as much as we do!
ALERT! ALERT! This little green remote is changing the game at Audubon State Park!  Use it to unlock one of 40 stations and explore the museum with your own personalized audio tour!

Listen at your own pace and discover more during your visit.

Come by John James Audubon State Park to try it out! 🌳
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Kentucky at its most underrated. #StickSeason #VisitKy #hendersonky