Capital City The capital of Kentucky is Frankfort.
Nickname Kentucky is commonly known as the 'Bluegrass State' due to its bluegrass-filled pastures.
Bourbon Kentucky is the birthplace of Bourbon, producing about 95% of the world's supply.
Kentucky Derby One of the major attractions in Kentucky is the Kentucky Derby, a prestigious horse race held annually in Louisville.
State Bird The Kentucky state bird is the northern cardinal.
National Parks Kentucky is home to the Mammoth Cave National Park, which has the world's longest cave system.
Birthplace of Lincoln Abraham Lincoln, the sixteenth President of the United States, was born in Hodgenville, Kentucky.
Tobacco Producer Kentucky is one of the top tobacco-growing states in America.
Music With the annual Appalachia Old Fiddler's Convention, Kentucky has a rich tradition of music, especially Bluegrass.
Cuisine Kentucky's culinary specialties include the Kentucky Hot Brown, burgoo stew and the iconic Kentucky Fried Chicken.
