The influential style was introduced in 1925 at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris, and it quickly spread around the world — including Louisville.
There’s even a website dedicated to Art Deco in Louisville which catalogs all of the buildings fashioned in the style across Derby City. Here are some of our favorites.
Bowman Field Airport
Louisville’s other airport has its own historic district aimed at preserving its Art Deco buildings. Opened in 1919, Bowman Field saw significant expansion in the 1920s and 1930s — aka the heyday of Art Deco. Today, you can dine in “Roaring 20s” style at Bistro Le Relais, located in the historic terminal.
TALK’s AI Think Tank | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Flashcube Building | $15 | Hear from the Technology Association of Louisville on the buzziest tech that’s all over the news.
Black Cyclists: The Race for Inclusion | 6-7 p.m. | Filson Historical Society | $18 | Learn the history of influential Black cyclists like Marshall “Major” Taylor and Kitty Knox, who fought for equality in the sport.
“The Price Is Right” Live | 7:30 p.m. | Louisville Palace | $56+ | Come on down for a live rendition of the classic TV game show, featuring your favorite games like Plinko, Cliffhangers, and the Showcase Showdown.
Friday, Feb. 7
Lunar Vacation | 7 p.m. | Zanzabar | $17 | In June 2024, this Atlanta-based indie rock band released their latest album, “Everything Matters, Everything’s Fire.”
Saturday, Feb. 8
“The History of Now” | 2-3 p.m. | Western Branch Library | Free | This 50-minute play brings classical music and hip-hop together for an exploration of recent Civil Rights history.
It’s almost Super Bowl Sunday. If you’re not wearing your favorite team’s merch, shop five comfy tees + sweatshirts that say “I’m just here for the snacks” ... literally.
LOU, you’re a work of art. Officials from the Louisville Metro Office of Arts and Creative Industries will stop at four library branches over the next three weeks to discuss the Comprehensive Cultural Plan, a 10-year road map for Louisville’s public art ecosystem. See the schedule and stop by.
Eat
It’s a James Beard collab — The Fat Lamb will host Louisville chef Lawrence Weeks and Chicago-based chef Christian Hunter for a guest dinner on Sunday, Feb. 9. Tickets are $125 per person, and the menu features ricotta gnocchi and goat + peanut burgoo.
Job
Want to turn that green thumb into some green cash? The Louisville Metro Department of Urban Forestry is hiring for a 12-week arboriculture and horticulture training program. Learn everything about urban tree care and help keep Derby City green. Applications are open for ages 18-35.
Active
How’s your handicap? The Louisville Metro Golf Championships are set for this summer. The women’s tournament will tee off Monday, June 23-Tuesday, June 24 at the Shawnee Golf Course, while the men’s tournament is headed fore Quail Chase Golf Club, Saturday, June 28-Sunday, June 29.
Try This
Ever since I was a young boy, I’ve played the silver ball. Logan Street Market expanded its pinball arcade. The machines come from Zanzabar — aka Z-Bar — which real pinball wizards know as the best place for pinball in Derby City.
Sports
Louisville men’s basketball fell from the AP Top 25 after their weekend loss to Georgia Tech. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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🧊 Melted
Seen one of these lately? See where the plows are with the Louisville Metro Snow Team map. | Photo via Mayor Craig Greenberg
Have you finally thawed out, LOU?
After being buried under snow and ice for weeks — it felt like longer — Derby City is finally starting to melt amid warmer temperatures.
But before the snow is all gone, two Louisville Metro Council members want to know: where’s the last icy spot in Derby City?
If you know of a snowman that just won’t say goodbye or an icicle that’s still hanging, submit a photo to Councilwoman Besty Ruhe or Councilman Ben Reno-Weber — a delicious cold treat is on the line.
Bonus: Don’t look now, but more snow could be coming next week.
The Buy
The Buy
Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling water bottle — the Owala FreeSip. It’s a top seller for good reason: Owala has perfected a spout design that allows you to either sip upright through a built-in straw or tilt back to swig a gulp. It’s actually patented.
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