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What to do
Frazier History Museum This polished downtown armory museum will engage History Channel fans but might leave others craving more variety. Admission charged. (502) 753-5663; fraziermuseum.org
Kentucky Derby Museum Immerse yourself in the “most exciting two minutes in sports” at Churchill Downs. Admission charged; tours available. (502) 637-1111; derbymuseum.org
Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory Admission includes a great factory tour. (877) 775-8443; sluggermuseum.com
Louisville Stoneware Browse the showroom of this nearly 200-year-old company, or get crafty in the paint-your-own area. Tours are worth the $7 charge. (800) 626-1800; louisvillestoneware.com
Mark Payton Glass Center Stop by for glass-blowing experiences and a glittering gallery. Admission for tours and classes. (502) 992-3270; paytonglasscenter.com
Muhammad Ali Center Multimedia exhibits re-create the tempest of controversy and adulation surrounding the boxer and explore his legacy. (502) 584-9254; alicenter.org
Speed Art Museum The collection includes a new gallery of Kentucky-made furniture. (502) 634-2700; speedmuseum.org
St. James Court Art Show Allow at least a half-day to see hundreds of exhibitors in Old Louisville. Shuttles run from downtown, or bring cash to park nearby. October 5–7, 2012. (502) 635-1842; stjamescourtartshow.com
Urban Bourbon Trail Rather than hit all the stops, use the passport as a guide to the city’s best grown-up bars. (888) 568-4784; bourboncountry.com
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