- The list below includes 8 free or cheap things to do in or near Paintsville, Kentucky, including 24 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Museums, Historic Homes, Parks and Bowling.
- From Loretta Lynn's Birthplace - Butcher Hollow to U. S. 23 Country Music Highway Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Paintsville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Prestonsburg.
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304 Main St, Paintsville, KY 41240
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The birthplace of the queen of country music, the Loretta Lynn's Birthplace - Butcher Hollow is a typical coal miner's home, exhibiting memorabilia. There is also a gift shop on the site.
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Visitors with a little twang in their hearts will love the US 23 Country Music Highway Museum. Enjoy discovering history about many of the US 23 stars and enjoy live bluegrass music every Thursday.
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There are plenty of things to do at the Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, since in here there are picnic areas, a golf course, boat docks, an outdoor theater, and a nature center among others. There are also more than 18 miles of trails to be explored.
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One Bert T Combs Drive, Prestonsburg, KY 41653
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The East Kentucky Science Center & Planetarium offers a fun and educational experience to visitors of all ages. The center is home to an expansive exhibit hall, laser light shows set to music and impressive star and space presentations.
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220 E Porter Street, Prestonsburg, KY 41653
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As the former home of a Kentucky state senator, Samuel May House Living History Museum resides in a restored Federal style house. In the museum, visitors can browse historical artifacts, books, and photographs.
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Established in 1996, the Mountain Arts Center has a 1,054 seats theater, an art gallery, a recording studio, meeting rooms, and other amenities. It has hosted major musicians such as Loretta Lynn and The Temptations.
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A 32-acre sports complex, Archer Park features courts for basketball and tennis along with lighted soccer fields. The park also offers a children's playground, picnic areas, swimming pools and facility rentals for private events.
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KY 11 Kentucky Parkway, Prestonsburg, KY
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Middle Creek National Battlefield portrays the history around the Battle of Middle Creek and covers events throughout the battle and results following the fight. The battlefield contains separate union and confederate loops and a four mile tour with informative signs.
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The Hatfield-McCoy Trail has over 600 miles of off-road trails in southern West Virginia. In order to access the eight different trails, riders must rent from one of the approved dealers or use an approved guide.
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With a maximum height of 1,900 feet, the Red River Gorge Zipline promises thrills to its visitors. There are 5 ziplines which can take the visitor to up to 50 mph.