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Travel Kentucky: Blue Licks Battlefield re-enactment Aug. 20-21, 2011

Re-enactment at last Revolutionary War battle in Kentucky. This event is 136-156 miles from Columbia, KY, depending on route taken, and should be under a three hour drive

By Paul Tierney

MOUNT OLIVET, KY - The 229th anniversary of the Battle of Blue Licks, the last Revolutionary War battle in Kentucky, will be commemorated August 20-21 at Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park, (10299 Maysville RD) , Carlisle, KY.



The park will host a variety of special programs throughout the entire weekend, including special exhibits at the Pioneer Museum of original powder horns and shooting bags.

Beginning at 8amET/7amCT. on August 20, 2011, visitors can enjoy a variety of programs designed for the whole family. Live music, hands-on pottery making, living history performances including Albert Robert, the gentleman physician, and Maggie Delaney, the indentured servant, are just a few of the special programs scheduled for the weekend.

A re-enactment of the Battle of Blue Licks will be held at 3pmET each day. Programs will continue on Sunday 8am-4pmET/7am-3pmCT.

Admission to the event is $5 for ages 13 and above; ages 12 and under are FREE with a special entry fee of $15 per carload. The special $15 carload fee will grant access to all individuals in the vehicle. Admission includes parking and access to all pay facilities such as the public pool, mini golf, Pioneer Museum and all of the special programs.

Food and craft vendors will also be set up on the park, so load up your van and bring the entire family out for a full day of special programs and activities. For more information, call (859) 289-5507, or toll free at (800) 443-7008.

Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park has a lodge, cottages, campground, Hidden Waters Restaurant, Pioneer Museum and Store, gift shop, miniature golf, picnic areas and hiking trails. Location: Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park (MAP), 10299 Maysville RD, Carlisle, KY. If you go: it is 136 miles, just under a 3 hour drive, according to Google Maps, from 500 Public Square, Columbia, KY.


This story was posted on 2011-08-07 07:16:41
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