KentuckyAviation & Car Culture

Every Corvette in the world is built in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and the National Corvette Museum sits right across the road. Louisville runs one of the largest air cargo hubs on the planet, and the back roads of Red River Gorge are a driver's reward.

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Kentucky aviation

  • Aviation Museum of Kentucky, LexingtonRestored aircraft and the Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame at Blue Grass Airport.
  • UPS Worldport, LouisvilleThe global air hub of UPS, busy all night with cargo jets.
  • Fort CampbellHome of the 101st Airborne and a large fleet of Army helicopters.

Kentucky car culture

  • National Corvette Museum, Bowling GreenEvery era of Corvette, plus the famous sinkhole exhibit.
  • Corvette Assembly Plant, Bowling GreenThe only place in the world Corvettes are built.
  • NCM Motorsports ParkA road course next to the museum offering track experiences.

Best drives in Kentucky

Red River Gorge Scenic BywaySandstone arches and a one-lane tunnel in the Daniel Boone National Forest.
Bluegrass horse country roadsStone fences and horse farms around Lexington and Versailles.
Good to know

Kentucky FAQ

Where can I see vintage and military aircraft in Kentucky?
Start with Aviation Museum of Kentucky, UPS Worldport, and Fort Campbell. Restored aircraft and the Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame at Blue Grass Airport.
Where are the best car events and race tracks in Kentucky?
Car people in Kentucky head to National Corvette Museum, Corvette Assembly Plant, and NCM Motorsports Park. Every era of Corvette, plus the famous sinkhole exhibit.
What are the best scenic drives in Kentucky?
Red River Gorge Scenic Byway and Bluegrass horse country roads are two of the most popular. Sandstone arches and a one-lane tunnel in the Daniel Boone National Forest.
Does Prop & Piston ship to Kentucky?
Yes. Orders ship in 1-2 business days and typically arrive in 4-7 business days anywhere in Kentucky.

Neighboring states

Event schedules, hours, and access change. Check with each venue before you go.