Explore Louisville's river heritage at the Portland Museum. Discover the restored historic buildings of the Portland neighborhood, once an independent town. While you're exploring the museum, you'll see archaeology and art exhibits, and have the opportunity to attend heritage events and make handmade chapbooks on the museum's Beach Grove Letter Press.
Beatles lovers, celebrate your favorite band at the Abby Road on the River Festival, home to the world's largest Beatles-inspired music festival. Over 40,000 people get their fill of Beatlemania at the five day, multi-stage event honoring the iconic band. Festive Beatle-lovers dance to the band's greatest hits, listen to band related guest speakers and buy of scads of Beatles merchandise.
Spend a day in the city enjoying nature at the Louisville Nature Center. Discover native wildflower gardens and a pond, butterfly gardens, bird blind, wildlife exhibits and hiking trails that lead you through the Beargrass Creek State Nature Preserve. Be sure to pack a pack a lunch and relax at the picnic tables under the gazebo.
Come howl at Howl At the Moon, the world's greatest rock ‘n' roll dueling piano bar and nightlife destination. You say it, they play it - from Lady Gaga to Billy Joel. You'll sing, dance and howl the night away to a host of hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today. The wild and crazy fun musicians rock the pianos and guitars, keeping the audience screaming for more.