Roam Kentucky

06/16/2026

Was President Zachary Taylor poisoned?

That bizarre question led scientists to exhume his body in Louisville, Kentucky, on ... June 17, 1991 — more than 140 years after his sudden death.

For generations, rumors swirled that the 12th president’s death wasn’t just bad luck from cherries and milk. Some believed "Old Rough and Ready" had been murdered. So investigators opened his tomb to find out.

The results? No smoking gun. No grand conspiracy. Just one of the strangest presidential mysteries ever dug up ... literally.

Today, you can visit Zachary Taylor’s grave at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery in Louisville, where presidential history comes with a little graveyard drama.

Read More: https://www.roamyourhome.com/president-zachary-taylors-grave/

06/03/2026

Jefferson Davis was born in Fairview, Kentucky on this day, June 3, 1808.

Davis would go on to become one of the most controversial figures in American history as the President of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War. His story is complicated, deeply tied to the nation’s darkest conflicts, and still important to understanding the places, politics, and divisions that shaped the 1800s.

Today, visitors can stop at the Jefferson Davis State Historic Site in Fairview, Kentucky, where a towering 351-foot obelisk marks his birthplace. The site also includes a small museum that explores his early life, public career, and lasting legacy.

It’s a striking place to visit — not because the history is simple, but because it isn’t.

Read more about visiting the Jefferson Davis State Historic Site and what you’ll find there.
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05/13/2026

President Lincoln’s grandfather was born on this day, May 13, 1744 — and today, his grave tells a remarkable frontier story behind one of America’s most famous families.

Captain Abraham Lincoln, a pioneer farmer and Revolutionary War veteran, was killed in 1786 during an attack near his Kentucky homestead. His young son Thomas survived, later becoming the father of Abraham Lincoln.

You can visit Captain Abraham Lincoln’s grave at Long Run Baptist Church Cemetery near Louisville, a small but powerful stop tied to the family story behind the 16th president.

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Read more about visiting Captain Abraham Lincoln’s grave.

04/30/2026

Here is a list of the best state parks across America. Natural Bridge was pick for Kentucky. Do you agree? read more if you like https://www.roamyourhome.com/best-state-park-in-every-state/

America’s national parks get most of the attention, but some of the country’s best scenery is hiding in state parks.

From waterfalls and canyons to beaches, mountains, forests, caves, and historic landscapes, every state has at least one park worth planning a trip around.

We rounded up the best state parks in every state — 50 must-visit parks across America.

Check it out: https://www.roamyourhome.com/best-state-park-in-every-state/

04/12/2026

Happy Birthday, Henry Clay! On April 12, 1777, Henry Clay was born in Hanover County, Virginia. Known as the “Great Compromiser,” he helped shape early American politics and worked to keep the nation united through times of deep division.

You can explore his legacy at Ashland, his beautiful home in Lexington, Kentucky. The historic estate offers tours and exhibits that bring Clay’s remarkable life and influence to vivid life.

04/08/2026

On April 8, 1826, Senator John Randolph of Virginia and Secretary of State Henry Clay met in a dramatic duel on the banks of the Potomac River. Though tensions ran high and shots were fired, both men walked away unharmed — a rare peaceful ending to a fierce political feud.
You can explore Clay’s remarkable life and legacy by visiting Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate in Lexington, Kentucky. The beautifully preserved home offers tours, exhibits, and gardens that shed light on one of America’s most influential statesmen.

02/26/2026

Sometimes you just have an itch you have to scratch! Ale 8 really is the best. When's the last time you had one?

02/12/2026

On this day in 1809, Abraham Lincoln was born in a humble log cabin in Kentucky. Rising from frontier roots to become the 16th President of the United States, Lincoln led the nation through its darkest hour — the Civil War — and forever changed America with the Emancipation Proclamation and his enduring belief in equality and democracy.

You can honor his legacy by visiting the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park in Hodgenville, Kentucky. The site features a symbolic memorial housing a replica of his log cabin birthplace, peaceful walking trails, and exhibits that celebrate the life of one of America’s greatest presidents.

Abraham Lincoln’s Birthplace National Historical Park in the rolling hills of central Kentucky offers a glimpse into the early life of one of America’s most revered presidents. Abraham Lincoln was born just south of modern-day Hodgenville, Kentucky on February 12, 1809. The historic site preserv...

01/29/2026

If you live near Louisville, Charleston State Park in southern Indiana is a great place to visit! The Rose Island trails is historic and super creepy, honestly. Anyone been?

01/16/2026

On this day in 1821, John C. Breckinridge was born. A Kentucky native, Breckinridge became the youngest Vice President in U.S. history, later served as a U.S. senator, and ultimately sided with the Confederacy during the Civil War as a general and Secretary of War. His life reflects the deep political and moral fractures that led to America’s deadliest conflict.

You can visit his final resting place today at Lexington Cemetery, where one of the most controversial figures of the 19th century is buried.