Kentucky Folk Art Center — Attraction in Morehead

This is a Kentucky treasure that deserves more support that is is getting. Folk Art defines and is defined by the people of Kentucky, with a special richness in eastern Kentucky. This collection, with its variety and imagination, illustrates the people's genius and (mostly) self-taught talent. The facility and exhibits are bright, welcoming, educational, and fun. The long term staff who are still around are enthusiastic and thoroughly knowledgeable about the art and the artists. Don't miss the fun gift shop, full of...

We stopped here because we were on a long road trip and looking for any excuse to stretch our legs. Some of the art work was really wild. Many different styles and mediums are represented. Definitely worth a stop. There weren't many other visitors, only one other couple, besides me and my two kids, probably because it's in a pretty nondescript building. It's not huge but if you appreciate folk art it can be a good 2-3 hours...

A visit to the Kentucky Folk Art Center at Morwhead University is a great way to explore Kentucky culture and tradition through the eyes of local artists. The center features works both modern and traditional with affordable original offerings at the gift shop, some from artists featured in the gallery! Only minutes from I64 and North Daniel Boone National forest, it is a great stop if you are local, visiting or just...