- Our list of the best things to do in Gilbertsville, Kentucky, features the top 28 nearby activities — including 12 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Gilbertsville, KY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Places, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 2 things to do within the city of Gilbertsville, KY , followed by 26 popular activities in nearby cities, including Paducah, Benton and Metropolis
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The River Heritage Museum displays exhibits artifacts concerning the area and the river, which include ship models, hands-on models, photographs and a professional boating simulator.
16.7 Miles
86%
44 votes
121 South Second Street, Paducah, KY 42001
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Exhibits, photographs, and artifacts combine to make the extensive collections at the William Clark Market House Museum. All the items within the 4,000 square feet exhibition space focus on the complex history of Paducah.
16.7 Miles
86%
43 votes
631 Kentucky Ave., Paducah, KY
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The Lloyd Tilghman House and Civil War Museum is a Greek Revival home that was built in 1852. The confederate general's home is part of the Kentucky Civil War Heritage Trail and remains an important part of the state's history.
16.7 Miles
With five productions per season, Market House Theatre showcases the talent of local actors and entertainers. The theater offers select family oriented plays that cover fairy tales and book adaptations.
16.8 Miles
The National Quilt Museum serves as the world's largest museum devoted to quilts and fiber-based art. Over 320 works of quilt art are featured as part of the main exhibit, and the institution's educational program helps quilters of any skill level.
16.8 Miles
Appreciation for the visual arts and their creation is the focus of the Yeiser Art Center through a variety of exhibits. In addition to the permanent collection, the center holds seven temporary exhibits throughout the year.
16.9 Miles
Starting at the city's visitors center, Downtown Paducah Civil War Walking Tour takes visitors on a trip through the region's major Civil War sites. These sites include stops at places where the troops lived, as well as battle sites.
16.9 Miles
88%
64 votes
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Kentucky Dam
22 miles upstream from the confluence of the Tennessee River with the Ohio, Paducah, KY
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At 206 feet high, Kentucky Dam provides outdoor activities like walking, jogging, and biking. Visitors can sign up for a group tour of the dam to see how it operates, or simply enjoy views of the reservoir from the top.
17.0 Miles
100%
15 votes
116 South 6th Street, Paducah, KY 42001
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For those spiritually inclined or for visitors who can appreciate beautiful architecture, stop by the St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. The structure contains beautiful stained glass windows, two gorgeous bell towers, and many other incredible features.
17.1 Miles
The historic Alben Barkley Museum is a museum that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum displays memorabilia, buttons, ribbons, posters, and banners from local schools.