Culture

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City
This historic Louisville theater might soon have new life
Part of the Epping District, the theater is hidden beneath a modern space.
April 22, 2024 03:04 PM
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Jeff Milby
A top-down view of a laptop sitting on a table with an open notebook and pen sitting on top of it. Next to the laptop is a latte in a mug atop a white saucer. The latte has a foam heart on top.
Culture
Read the finalist poems from our 2024 poetry contest
We’ve narrowed down our poetry contest to these finalists: read and vote for your favorite poem.
April 18, 2024
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Brianna Williams
The two tall spires at churchill downs against a blue sky
Business
The latest Churchill Downs renovations look both forwards and backwards
How do you remain historically faithful to a building as dynamic as Churchill Downs?
April 17, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
19 local gift ideas to celebrate motherhood
April 16, 2024
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Staff
A billboard advertises Fehr's XL Beer, with a clock above.
Culture
Take a sip of Louisville history with the “big three” brewers
Fehr’s, Oertel’s, and Falls City dominated the Louisville beer scene back in the day.
April 12, 2024
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Jeff Milby
An artist leans over a table, working on a page.
Culture
4 Ed Hamilton art pieces that put Louisville on the map
It’s not just the Lincoln statue at Waterfront Park.
April 10, 2024
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Jeff Milby
Black and white image of Muhammad Ali in the corner of a boxing ring.
History
A pair of Muhammad Ali’s trunks are up for auction
They could be one of the most expensive pieces of sports memorabilia ever sold.
April 9, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
A map of the US showing the paths of totality for the 2023 and 2024 Total Solar Ecplipses, with description text by NASA. The yellow 2023 line crosses from Oregon through Texas, while the blue 2024 line crosses up from Texas through Maine.
Culture
How to enjoy the eclipse last minute
Even if you don’t have big plans, you can still enjoy the solar eclipse right here in Louisville.
April 5, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
Neon sign reading haucks cold beer
Events
Get a taste of Louisville’s Germantown neighborhood at this event
Sample food, beer, and cocktails from 14+ Germantown area restaurants, breweries, and bars at Eat. Drink. Germantown.
April 4, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A black and white photo depicts a riverfront sign that says, "The Gateway to the South Louisville"
Culture
10 nicknames for Louisville
No matter how you say it, there are more ways than one to refer to Louisville.
April 4, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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Culture
A Louisville science experiment flies to the International Space Station
This is ground control to UofL.
April 3, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
Concrete statue with a small statue on top.
Culture
Louisville statues are getting a facelift
A conservation firm will be performing maintanance on several pieces of public art around LOU.
April 3, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
Trees fill the view, with a city skyline in the background.
Culture
4 Derby City pranks for April Fool’s Day
We’ve got some practical pranks for LOU’s practical jokers.
March 29, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A crowd of people on a street.
Culture
The Frazier’s Summer Beer Fest returns for a fourth year
Sip over 200 specialty beers at this annual event.
March 27, 2024
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Jeff Milby
Photos of people dressed in black-tie attire at the Kentucky Derby Museum Ball.
Sponsored
Celebrate 150 years of Derby traditions at this black-tie affair
Sponsored by
A bright blue shark scultpure at wild lights
Culture
Spring break events for kids in Louisville
They say it takes a village, and Louisville has plenty of activities for kids on spring break.
March 26, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
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Culture
SDF spring break travel tips
Muhammad Ali international airport is expecting record numbers of travelers this weekend.
March 26, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
A person uses a rowing machine to workout.
Live
Get your sweat on at gyms around Louisville, KY
From lifting weights, indoor rock climbing, personal training, dance fitness, boxing classes, and martial arts programs — we’ve rounded up 27 gyms and fitness offerings around Louisville.
March 25, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
A concert stage is lit with red light, while a band performs before a crowd of a few hundred people.
Culture
Try this free concert series in Louisville’s Central Park
Old Louisville LIVE returns this year, with three different performances.
March 19, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A person holding a latte making caramel-colored latte art in the shape of a tulip.
Culture
Vote in LOUtoday’s coffee shop bracket
We want to know: where is the best coffee in Derby City? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
March 18, 2024
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Staff
Adults and children run down a city street with baby goats behind them, while a crowd cheers in the background.
Events
Your Guide to the NuLu Bock & Wurst Fest
It’s a truly goated event.
March 15, 2024
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Sarah Shadburne
a woman sits at a slot machine as a man looks on
Sponsored
Play it up at Derby City Gaming’s new downtown location
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A stack of books on a wooden porch swing.
Culture
How to submit to our 2024 poetry contest
It’s National Poetry Month, and our readers are invited to submit original poems in a special LOUtoday contest.
March 14, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
7 Irish Pubs in Louisville, KY
You can feel the luck of the Irish at any of these Derby City establishments.
March 13, 2024
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LOUtoday Intern
Greetings from Louisville
Culture
Louisvillans share why they call Louisville home
Chance encounters, big life changes, and true love are all part of your Louisville stories.
March 12, 2024
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Declan Lowthian
A red brick building, with a green door and white window casings along a street front. It's a coffee shop.
Culture
Phalcha Coffee is open in Louisville’s Germantown
Phalcha Coffee opened in Germantown earlier this month
March 11, 2024
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Jeff Milby
A man handing out goodies at the Louisville st. Patrick's Day Parade
Culture
Get ready to shamrock and roll at these St. Patrick’s events.
Get your green on and head out to these St. Paddy’s Day celebrations.
March 8, 2024
Buildings with cast iron facades line a street, with a stone four-story buildin, featuring turrets, stands on the corner. It is a picture of West Main Street in Louisville, Kentucky.
Culture
Take a tour of whiskey history in Louisville, KY
Whiskey Row Walking Tours are back for a second year
March 7, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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Culture
10 songs about Louisville, KY
Jack Harlow isn’t the only artist with Derby City on their mind.
March 5, 2024
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Jeff Milby
The exterior of a home featuring a deck, multiple seating arrangements, and a rug.
Culture
Hot homes: What can you buy in Louisville for $500,000
Check out these fives homes in Louisville that are listed for ~$500,000.
February 29, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
Music artist Jack Harlow looks over his left shoulder at the camera while wearing a gray suit.
Events
Jack Harlow announces a new music festival in Louisville
Harlow will headline the new two-day festival, which will take place Memorial Day weekend.
February 28, 2024
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Jeff Milby
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