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November 2023 by Dustin Baker
Beautiful place full of history! We had a great time here.
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October 2023 by Deb Hamilton
This morning my husband and I attended the very last tour for the 2023 season of "Unfolding the Story: The Enslaved Community at Locust Grove." This was a coincidence — we just happened to be visiting Louisville on the final weekend — and I'm so glad that we didn't miss it. What a meaningful way to connect with the history of the enslaved community at Locust Grove and to ensure that the full story is sensitively told & heard. Highly recommended for locals and travelers alike. If you missed it this year, the 2024 season resumes again in April and continues through next October. Well worth the trip.
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August 2023 by Black Women of Louisville LLC
This was our second time back at Locust Grove and the experience was just as emotionally shocking as the first visit. Bravo to the hard work the ladies and gentlemen have put into uncovering the names of those enslaved on this property. Bravo to the men and women that guide and narrate the tour, and stay to answer questions following the conclusion. Your passion aids to make the community knowledgeable about our past. Although the information was difficult to digest, it was necessary. We highly recommend this deep dive into African American history!
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August 2023 by Arthur Newsom III
Beautiful place but let’s be honest, it’s a PLANTATION. One that proudly teaches that they owned “Happy Slaves”. Were they happy because they were treated like human beings despite their designation as property? Were they happy because despite being property they were treated as individuals with precious souls. No they were “happy slaves” because they created their own alcohol and stayed drunk. Burn this place to the Ground. Why is this monstrosity still standing? What purpose does it serve besides being a museum for intoxicated enslaved melanated persons.
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July 2023 by Greg J.
I've always been a big fan of George Rogers Clark, a truly under appreciated hero of the founding of the US. It was nice to see that the place where he spent his last days is do nicely preserved. They have restored the mansion and several out buildings here and have retained enough land to give you a feel of what it was like in the day. It was owned by GRC's brother-in-law, himself a hero of the Revolution. Because of the prominence of these two, many historical figures of the "west" in those days passed through here. There is also a nice interpretive center. We enjoyed our visit here and are glad we made it part of our visit to Louisville.
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June 2023 by Karen L.
Very interesting place. I love that you can do a self tour with explanations on an app. Beautiful grounds. The cashier in the shop was lovely and was gave us plenty of wonderful information. I bought myself some earrings. I learned something new about who George Rodgers Clark. Older brother of Wm. Clark (Lewis and Clark). A must see. June 1, 2023
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May 2023 by Joseph Esarey
Absolutely beautiful grounds and wonderful place to visit! Highly recommend! Honored to serve such a cool place!
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March 2023 by Seamus O'Rooney
The tour was excellent, and the information shared was very interesting. This is a lovely old historical sight, very near the river. Highly recommended to spend a couple of hours here if you're in Louisville.
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March 2023 by Mike Marsh
Wife and I visited the place yesterday. Had a great time. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and answered our questions. We were in a small group and therefore not rushed through the tour due to time. Never cared much about history when I was younger but things change. The people you only hear about in history books kinda come alive when you walk through their home. Hundreds of years later. Really enjoyed the visit.
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December 2022 by Joseph Fowler
Wonderful place. Great outside area for small gatherings and performances.
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August 2022 by Pam Lubbers Kirchem
Locust Grove is a beautiful historic home from 1790. The grounds are beautiful and it’s worth the trip. Lovely big trees and natural native plants.
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August 2022 by Lindsay Shelden
Beautiful grounds and wonderful volunteers! Everyone is so happy to share their knowledge with you. The kitchen is my favorite area, though the house--which has been lovingly restored--is really nice, too! Locust Grove really brings history to life. Definitely keep an eye out for events here, too. They're always fun and well done!
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August 2022 by Tricia Agrinsoni
Had a retirement party for my daughter's choral director it was great! Beautiful location. ?
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July 2022 by Laura Wilson
History in my own backyard! Our visit was part of the Cultural Pass with the LFPL. Great explanation to US History early expansion until just before the Civil War. The house tour is self guided and includes an "Eye Spy" for kids. There is a lot of reading. Walk the grounds for a feel of how life was lived in the early part of the 19th century. Honor and mention is given to the enslaved population that worked on the farm. We went in mid-July, and the insects of the Ohio River Valley were active. Also, I overheard a tour guide say they were in need of more helpers to tell the story. The few that were there did a good job.
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July 2022 by Tim Moss
Beautiful 1791 home once owned by William and Lucy Croghan sister George Rogers Clark founders of Louisville KY. Tour guide was very informative and explained things very well
