Bardstown’s History

Bardstown’s History

by | Jan 30, 2015 | community

Bardstown was settled in 1780, and selected as the county seat of Nelson County, then part of Virginia. It is Kentucky’s second oldest city. Bardstown got its name from Bard brothers David and William, the former having a 1,000-acre land grant from Patrick Henry, then...
Bourbon Country

Bourbon Country

by | Jan 30, 2015 | community

Bardstown has been given the distinction of being named “The Bourbon Capital of the World” as over 90% of the world’s bourbon is produced in Bardstown and the surrounding region. Be sure to visit our local distilleries including Barton 1792, Heaven Hill, Jim Beam ,...
Community Events

Community Events

by | Jan 30, 2015 | community

You will find something to do just about every weekend in Bardstown and its surrounding communities as they host 35 events each year celebrating everything from our bourbon heritage to the colors of Fall at nearby Bernheim Forest.