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August 2019
Public Meet & Greet With Artist John Henry
On August 3rd at 11:00 am, the public is invited to meet the artist and experience our three new temporary sculpture installations on the ideal landscape of the Henry Clay Estate. We will meet at the front of the mansion. To learn more about the installations prior to coming, click here. The Art & Grounds Tour will launch afterwards at noon. Tickets can be purchased in advance through our TripAdvisor page, or by calling Cameron Walpole, Manager of Tours &…
Find out more »Henry Clay’s Hemp Social
$25
Hemp was a lucrative crop for Clay and more recently, Kentucky led the charge in legalizing its production. This year, our event takes on a new theme! We'll be doing a hemp-themed cocktails/mocktails competition and will have hemp vendors. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Ticket sales will begin on August 1st.
Find out more »September 2019
Jazz on the Lawn
A favorite Labor Day weekend tradition continues! Plan your picnic dinner and get ready for some great music on the lawn. Free event! 5:30 pm- 7:00 pm VIP Reserve seating and parking available.
Find out more »Living History: From Frontier to Farm
$7 – $15
History comes alive through performances, demonstrations, livestock, music, exhibits and open house tours. Our vendor market will feature Kentucky artisans and our cafe will also be open serving food and drinks! 10:00 am -4:00 pm Tickets: $15 adults/$7 students Image courtesy of Bob Willcutt
Find out more »October 2019
Wedding
Private wedding will be going on from 4:00 pm-10:00 pm. The house will be open for regular tours during the day (10:00-4:00) and the grounds will be open as usual from dawn to dusk. However, we ask that all photographers refrain from being on site during this private event. Any grounds explorers are welcome, but please be respectful of the wedding party and keep to the periphery of the property. Questions? Contact Kate Heil--859-266-8581 ex. 204 or kheil@henryclay.org
Find out more »November 2019
Adopt-A-Tree & Fall Clean-Up
Pick up sticks, weed, and mulch with community volunteers as you help preserve our Arboretum. Adopt a tree as a holiday gift, in honor or in memory of someone special to you. The Clean-Up day is a free event, but Adopt-A-Trees range from $200-$700. 10:00 am- Noon. Image courtesy of Bob Willcutt
Find out more »December 2019
Story Circle–PJ Polar Express
$8
Get into the Christmas spirit with PJ Polar Express at Ashland! Our last Story Circle of the year will meet in our Keeper's Cottage and will feature the Polar Express. So, wear your PJs and get ready for festive holiday fun. Admission includes snack, gift, and unique photo opportunity. $8 per child.
Find out more »Ashland Illumination
Join the festivities and carolers at 5:00 pm, then we'll do the annual Illumination of our Christmas lights at 5:30 pm. The caroling and Illumination are free!
Find out more »Candlelight Tour Dec. 7th
$10 – $18
Enjoy Ashland all dressed up for Christmas in a new decor and color scheme! Explore the house at your leisure by 'candlelight.' Docents will be in each room to answer questions. This is a great family outing opportunity! Stay as long or as short of a time as you like. The crowds are busiest when we first open the doors at 5:30 after the Illumination, so if you're looking for a less crowded experience, we suggest coming at 6:00 or…
Find out more »Candlelight Tour Dec. 14th
$10 – $18
Enjoy Ashland all dressed up for Christmas in a new decor and color scheme! Explore the house at your leisure by 'candlelight.' Docents will be in each room to answer questions. This is a great family outing opportunity! Stay as long or as short of a time as you like. The crowds are busiest when we first open the doors at 5:30, so if you're looking for a less crowded experience, we suggest coming at 6:00 or 6:15. Last guests…
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