Richmond, KY, is full of surprises, from reconstructed pioneer forts and impressive historic mansions to one of the finest golf courses in the state. Discover the top tourist attractions around town behind the wheel of a Nissan Versa, Kicks, or Pathfinder and get a glimpse into Kentucky’s rich history and culture.
1. Fort Boonesborough State Park
Visit the site where Daniel Boone and his men arrived at the Kentucky River on April 1, 1775, and wasted no time establishing Fort Boonesborough, Kentucky’s second settlement. Today, the reconstructed working fort at 4375 Boonesboro Road in Richmond showcases cabins, blockhouses, and furnishings. Resident artisans bring the fort to life with craft demonstrations, giving visitors the opportunity to experience 18th-century life.
At the museum, you can delve deeper into the lives of the pioneering families who lived and toiled along the river and buy handcrafted pioneer items at the gift shop. Fort Boonesborough State Park also offers a variety of recreational activities, including boating to view the Palisades, fishing in the Kentucky River, cooling off in the Olympic-sized pool, and overnighting at the scenic campground on the banks of the river.
2. White Hall State Historic Site
The Historic White Hall mansion at 500 White Hall Shrine Road in Richmond was home to the Clay family, notable figures in American history. The impressive 45-room Georgian and Italianate-style mansion was built as a Georgian brick house in 1799 by General Green Clay, Kentucky’s largest land and slave owner. He passed the house on to his son, Cassius Marcellus Clay, a politician, emancipationist, and ambassador to Russia.
His wife, Mary Jane, expanded the house while he was away and added the Italianate style in the 1860s, turning it into a sprawling 10,000-square-foot mansion. Their daughter, Laura, became the first president of the Kentucky Woman Suffrage Association in 1888 and remained president until 1912 when it was named the Kentucky Equal Rights Association (KERA). Today, White Hall is a museum that offers guided tours and hosts several events yearly.
3. Boone’s Trace National Golf Course
Boone’s Trace National Golf Course at 175 Gleneagles Boulevard in Richmond is widely recognized as a top private golf course in Kentucky and was voted one of the “Best Places to Play” by Golf Digest. The immaculate 18-hole championship course, surrounded by magnificent mountain scenery, overlooks the Kentucky River.
The dedicated and professional staff offers impeccable service, and the clubhouse serves delicious gourmet cuisine. There is a driving range, putting areas, a fully stocked professional golf shop, and expert golf pros to help you improve your game.
Drive around town and learn more about Richmond’s fascinating history, boat down the Kentucky River, and play a round of golf on an outstanding course. While discovering the top sites in town, pop in at Gates Nissan of Richmond to take a closer look at the new Nissan models on display.
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