Paducah
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Paducah
This historic western Kentucky river town is at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee Rivers, and has a rich heritage and colourful past. UNESCO has designated Paducah the world’s seventh City of Crafts and Folk Art, making the city a member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, along with cities such as Jaipur, Chiang Mai, Aswan, Cairo and San Cristobal de las Casas, to name a few.
Paducah is home to the National Quilt Museum, ‘Wall to Wall’ floodwall murals by Robert Dafford, the Lower Town Artists District housing working artists’ studios, and hosts the twice yearly American Quilter Society’s Quilt week, along with a host of other events and festivals. As well as visual arts and crafts, the city is also known for its performing arts with its own symphony orchestra and theatre.
Paducah’s strategic location was the reason for its founding by William Clark in 1827 and today you can visit the River Discovery Center to learn more about life on the river, then and now.
Stroll down brick pavements around Market House Square and admire the turn-of-the-20th Century architecture. Enjoy theatre productions, boutiques, antiques and galleries, and experience an array of restaurant choices from Kentucky barbeque to fine dining.
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Suggested Accommodation
Best Western Paducah Inn Moderate
From £75 per room per night
This simple hotel is conveniently located for exploring the area’s main attractions including the National Quilt Museum.
The rooms are comfortably furnished and have flat screen televisions, coffee makers, microwaves, refrigerators and wireless internet. There is also an onsite fitness room and outdoor pool.