Ginkgo Tree Café

A Hidden Gem on Historic Ground

Nestled by Henry Clay’s Carriage House, the Ginkgo Tree Café by Selma’s is a serene spot where history, nature, and great flavor meet. Whether you’re touring the mansion, strolling the gardens, or just looking for a place to enjoy local nature, our al fresco café offers a warm welcome to all.

Café Hours

Now Open for the Season! No reservations.
Tuesday – Friday
10am – 2pm

A Taste of Kentucky

The café’s menu is created and maintained by Selma’s, one of Lexington’s favorite caterers for over 20 years. Part of Kentucky Proud, the menu includes:

Specialty teas, roasted coffee, and refreshing beverages
Light lunches, garden-fresh salads, and satisfying sandwiches
Baked goods and house-made desserts

See the full menu here.

Ashland was Henry Clay’s family’s cherished home for nearly half a century. His historic estate has been preserved for your discovery today.

The Story of Ashland

Henry Clay deeply loved Ashland, the farm and home he built. It provided a place of refuge and sanctuary from a difficult and often disappointing world, and it was one of the few places where Clay regularly found happiness. For his descendants, Ashland was a place of great reverence and inspiration. For students and regents of Kentucky University and the Agricultural and Mechanical College, it was a place of learning and growth. Today, visitors see Ashland as a place of great history, pride, and awe.

Stay Connected

Contact Information

120 Sycamore Road
Lexington, KY 40502

Phone: (859) 266-8581
Email: info@henryclay.org

Hours

March and December
10am-4pm | Tues – Sat

April – November
10am-4pm | Tues – Sat
1pm-4pm | Sunday

Closed Mondays, Major Holidays, January, & February

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Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate is owned and operated by the Henry Clay Memorial Foundation (HCMF), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. HCMF’s EIN is 61-0461732.