6 ATTRACTIONS • VisitBGKY.com Geared for history Riverview at Hobson Grove 20 1100 W. Main Avenue • 270.843.5565 • bgky.org/riverview Step into an elegant interpretation of a prosperous Victorian home of the 1860s–1890s. Restored to its original splendor, this historic landmark is on the National Register and is an offi cial site on the Civil War Discovery Trail. More Gears: Seasonal and Holiday Tours • Gift Shop featuring home décor and Civil War items. Open Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 1-4pm, last tour begins at 3pm. Closed holidays and during January. South Union Shaker Village 12 850 Shaker Museum Road • Auburn, KY 42206 800.811.8379 • southunionshakervillage.com Experience the tranquil communal village of South Union where Shakers designed some of America’s fi nest architecture, crafted highly regarded furniture and created a haven for tolerance and simplicity. Gift shop features locally crafted products. Located 10 miles west of Bowling Green off US68/KY80. Open Tues.-Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm from March to Nov.; Tues.-Sat. 10am-4pm from Dec. to Feb. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Day, New Year’s Eve & Day. Eloise B. Houchens Center 29 1115 Adams Street • 270.842.6761 Eloise B Houchens Center on Facebook Built in 1904 by onetime Mayor Francis Kister, this Greek Revival home in downtown Bowling Green has beautiful inlaid wood fl ooring, carved fi replaces and mantles, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, the house serves as a cultural and educational community center and offers an annual Trees of Christmas display. Open for tours Mon., Wed. & Fri. 10am- 2pm and by appointment. St. Joseph Catholic Church 22 434 Church Street • 270.842.2525 • stjosephbg.org This church at the heart of the St. Joseph Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 because of its artistic and historic signifi cance. The Gothic style structure was constructed in three stages over a 30-year period, being dedicated fi nally in 1889, and is said to be inspired by the cathedral church of Cologne, Germany. Call for tour availability. Fountain Square Park 36 Between Main Avenue, Park Row, College and State Streets Dedicated in 1872, this enchanting green space was originally the town square and site of parades, protests, pageants and more. Lined by beautifully restored historic buildings, Fountain Square is a vibrant destination again, making the park a perfect spot for watching the world go by or snapping a great shot. 1921 Standard Oil Station 32 Corner of College Street and 7th Avenue One of Bowling Green’s fi rst fi lling stations along what was known as the Dixie Highway is now an award-winning preservation project. Restored to provide public restrooms for Circus Square Park events and wonderful photo opportunities for automotive and history buffs. 6 ATTRACTIONS • VisitBGKY.com
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