Estate Whiskey Alliance® launches certification program
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky The University of Kentucky’s Estate Whiskey Alliance® (EWA) is launching a first-of-its-kind program that authenticates estate whiskeys with a globally-recognized certification mark to be used on qualifying whiskey product labels: Estate Whiskey Certified™. Estate whiskey refers to a type of whiskey that is produced entirely on the distillery estate using grains sourced […]
“Bourbon & Belonging” announces event lineup for Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week
By Tom Lally, Building Kentucky Bourbon & Belonging has released the official event calendar for Kentucky’s Queer Bourbon Week, set for October 2-6, 2024. The inaugural Bourbon & Belonging, presented by Queer Kentucky, will feature events in eight official sponsor destinations across Kentucky including Bardstown, Bullitt County, Frankfort, Lexington, Louisville, Northern Kentucky, Paducah and Winchester. […]
VIDEO: The electrifying partnership between BlueOval SK, LouCity and Racing Louisville
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky BlueOval SK, Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC all have one thing in common – innovation. Whether it’s battery manufacturing or professional soccer, these startups have a vison that electrifies the future. Learn more about the partnership between BlueOval SK, LouCity and Racing Louisville.
Your guide to 2024 Pride in the Commonwealth
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is celebrated each June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan — a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. We’ve put together a list of Pride events across the Commonwealth to celebrate all month long: […]
Louisville architecture firm shares history behind iconic Twin Spires design
By Stephanie Smith, Building Kentucky Luckett & Farley’s historic relationship with Churchill Downs includes many projects that enhance the experience of the horseracing industry, including the original Twin Spires designed in 1894. The Twin Spires continue to captivate race fans as the backdrop for the Kentucky Derby. Luckett & Farley is proud to share this […]
Your pre-Kentucky Derby 150 event guide
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Kentucky Derby season is upon us, and that means the city of Louisville is preparing to celebrate. We’ve put together a list of notable events happening over the next month to help get you in the Derby spirit leading up to the Run for the Roses! Caesars Foundation of Floyd […]
Beam Suntory, University of Kentucky commit to advancing global spirits industry, continue strategic partnership
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Beam Suntory, a global leader in premium spirits, has renewed its strategic partnership with the University of Kentucky James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits to help strengthen Kentucky’s signature industry for generations to come. The continued partnership between Beam Suntory and UK will ensure the Institute continues to offer unparalleled […]
Celebrate 150 years of the Kentucky Derby and Oaks in style with Maryhurst’s 2024 Raffle for the Roses
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky There’s a big milestone in the Commonwealth this year. The Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks – the two longest continuously held sporting events in the United States – are celebrating 150 years of racing and tradition, and Maryhurst is offering the experience of a lifetime for those interested in […]
The Void Sake Co. is Kentucky’s latest testament to water’s integral role in its thriving spirits industry
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky If you live in Kentucky, or have ever visited, there is a decent chance that you’ve tried bourbon – the Commonwealth’s signature beverage. The Bluegrass State is well-known globally for bourbon, and that industry continues to hit new heights with each passing year. Kentucky also has a thriving craft […]
Lexington Sporting Club season tickets on sale as club prepares to move into its new home
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky Lexington Sporting Club has officially made season tickets available for purchase for its 2024 season after announcing its intention to build its much-anticipated stadium at a site off of I-75 in Lexington. Season tickets start at $225 for LSC’s men’s USL League One team, with many options for seating available. […]
Kentucky to the World presents “Carol Wyatt: 35 Years of TV Animation and Film”
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Legendary film animator Carol Wyatt is returning to Kentucky for an exclusive live program as part of the Republic Bank Foundation Speaker Series. Kentucky to the World is excited to welcome the Louisville native home to the Commonwealth for the event on November 1, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at the […]
Lexington Sporting Club announces new state of the art stadium near I-75
By Quin Welch, Building Kentucky LEXINGTON, Ky. – Lexington Sporting Club on Tuesday announced that the club will build its soccer-specific stadium in Lexington, marking a monumental step forward for the club, soccer in central Kentucky and the City of Lexington. “We are so excited to build our new home right here in the beautiful city of […]
Louisville Orchestra finishes July portion of statewide “In Harmony” tour, prepares for September leg
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Music Director Teddy Abrams and members of the Louisville Orchestra recently concluded the second leg of “In Harmony – The Commonwealth Tour.” The July portion of the tour included performances in Ashland, Newport, Glasgow, Somerset and Bardstown. Made possible through a budget appropriation from the Kentucky General Assembly, “In Harmony” […]
Soak up the summer: seasonal festivals and fairs across Kentucky
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Woodland Art Fair, Aug. 19, 2017, Photo by Amy Wallot Summer is festival season in the Commonwealth! Check out what’s going on across the state for the next few weeks. – Louisville Louisville Street Food Festival July 22-23 Don’t miss the first ever Louisville Street Food Festival at Fourth Street […]
Celebrating in the Commonwealth: Fourth of July events across Kentucky
By Lilli Dubler, Building Kentucky Photo by Amy Wallot, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Looking for a way to spend the holiday weekend? We’ve compiled a list of Fourth of July celebrations all across the state. Louisville Riverview Independence Festival – July 1 Watch the Ohio River come to life with food, live music and fun […]