Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate

Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate, beloved home of American statesman Henry Clay (1777-1852) The museum is closed in January.
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With a historic mansion filled with an incomparable collection, original outbuildings, gardens, official arboretum, historic paths, museum store, and seasonal café, Ashland offers an experience of wonder and discovery. Highly rated guided tours focus on various aspects of the estate’s history: Henry Clay and his legacy, slavery at Ashland, and the women of Ashland. Founded in 1926 and operated as

a nonprofit 501(c)(3) by the Henry Clay Memorial Foundation, the museum opened its doors to the public in 1950. From Henry Clay’s lifetime to ours today, Ashland has been a community and national treasure.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3rd, 2pm-8pm, to celebrate Lexington’s green spaces, highlight the city’s vibr...
09/10/2026

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3rd, 2pm-8pm, to celebrate Lexington’s green spaces, highlight the city’s vibrant local beer scene, and support Ashland’s preservation initiatives. 🌳🍺💙

Kick off the fall and Oktoberfest season in true beer garden style with steins, German brews, and live music, all in an outdoor community setting. This family-friendly event will offer children’s activities and ample space to explore Ashland’s great lawn.

Learn more at www.westsixth.com/parktoberfest.

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Come visit Ashland on the 26th.
09/08/2026

Come visit Ashland on the 26th.

UPDATED CALENDAR! Kentucky is celebrating Archaeology Month, and you can join in on the fun! Here are some upcoming events for September.



Capital City Museum & Historic Sites
Camp Nelson National Monument
Living Archaeology Weekend
Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate
Oldham County History Center
Friends of the Holt Home
Gaslight Festival- Official

Ashland is more than a National Historic Landmark—it is a community treasure, preserved for discovery, learning, and ref...
09/08/2026

Ashland is more than a National Historic Landmark—it is a community treasure, preserved for discovery, learning, and reflection. We invite you to become part of Ashland’s living history by volunteering.

Opportunities include serving as a tour guide, joining the Grounds Crew, supporting the H. Clay & Co. Museum Store, and assisting with special events. No museum experience is necessary; training and support are provided. 🗣️🌳🛍️🎉

Bring your curiosity, talents, and love of community to a place where history continues to resonate. To learn more or volunteer, visit http://henryclay.org/support/volunteer or contact Nathaniel Thompson at [email protected]

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Just a few last minute reminders for tonight’s Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn:⏰ 5:30 pm 🚙 Event parking is a...
09/06/2026

Just a few last minute reminders for tonight’s Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn:

⏰ 5:30 pm
🚙 Event parking is available for $10.
🎶 Live music from Lee Carroll’s C The Beat
🥃 A variety of vendors on site

Thanks to our additional sponsors The Reinhold Group at Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty and Frank & Mina Mattone for helping to make this night happen.

Bring a blanket, bring a friend, and prepare for a night of incredible music! 🎶🧺🌳

Coffee at Ashland? Yes, please! ☕️☕️Coffee and Tea by Honeylight will be onsite this weekend:Friday, September 48:30 am ...
09/04/2026

Coffee at Ashland? Yes, please! ☕️☕️

Coffee and Tea by Honeylight will be onsite this weekend:

Friday, September 4
8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Saturday, September 5
8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Sunday, September 6
10 am - 1 pm, then again for the Jazz on the Lawn starting at 5:30 pm

Stop by the Honeylight coffee trailer for handcrafted coffee, lattes, tea, and more. Visit Coffee and Tea by Honeylight for their full menu. 🐝☕️🌳

Bespoken Spirits will be at Ashland for Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn this Sunday, September 6 starting at ...
09/03/2026

Bespoken Spirits will be at Ashland for Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn this Sunday, September 6 starting at 5:30 pm. 🌳🎶🥃

The Ashland Bourbon is a a limited-edition, individually numbered Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey produced by Bespoken Spirits in honor of the Henry Clay Memorial Foundation’s Centennial. Bottles are $125 each.

Pick up yours this weekend! Cheers! 🥃🥃

As you are making plans for Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn this Sunday, September 6 at 5:30 pm … don’t forge...
09/01/2026

As you are making plans for Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn this Sunday, September 6 at 5:30 pm … don’t forget to plan to support our local vendors:

🍺 West Sixth Brewing
🍦 Sav’s Chill Truck
🥃 Bespoken Spirits (They will have new Ashland Bourbon available.)
☕️ Honeylight Coffee
🍎 Wise Bird Cider

🚙 Event parking is available for $10.

Lee Carroll’s C The Beat, returns to Ashland and this year’s theme “Celebrating Women in Song” features Jessie Lane Powell, Marilyn Robie and Buffy Lawson.

In addition to Baird Wealth Management, we are thankful for our sponsors The Reinhold Group at Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty and Frank & Mina Mattone for their support.

See you Sunday! 🎶👋

🩵🌳Join us for yoga under the trees at Ashland.🌳🩵🧘Every Sunday📆Now - October 4, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM📍120 Sycamore Road, Lexing...
08/30/2026

🩵🌳Join us for yoga under the trees at Ashland.🌳🩵

🧘Every Sunday
📆Now - October 4, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍120 Sycamore Road, Lexington
✨FREE

Everyone is welcome! This all-levels outdoor yoga class is the perfect opportunity to move, breathe, and connect with friends in a beautiful natural setting.

Bring a yoga mat or towel, invite a friend, and enjoy a relaxing morning under the trees.

Jazz on the Lawn returns in next weekend! 🎶🌳⭐️Join us next Sunday, September 6 at 5:30 pm for Baird Wealth Management’s ...
08/29/2026

Jazz on the Lawn returns in next weekend! 🎶🌳⭐️

Join us next Sunday, September 6 at 5:30 pm for Baird Wealth Management’s Jazz on the Lawn!

Lexington favorite, Lee Carroll’s C The Beat, returns to Ashland to help us close out summer.
This year’s theme “Celebrating Women in Song” featuring Jessie Lane Powell, Marilyn Robie and Buffy Lawson.

Bring a blanket, chairs, friends and enioy some food from vendors …

🍺 West Sixth Brewing
🍦 Sav’s Chill Truck
🥃 Bespoken Spirits (They will have new Ashland Bourbon available.)
☕️ Honeylight Coffee
🍎 Wise Bird Cider

🚙 Event parking is available for $10.

In addition to Baird Wealth Management, we are thankful for our sponsors The Reinhold Group at Bluegrass Sotheby’s International Realty and Frank & Mina Mattone for their support.

We cannot wait to see you next Sunday! 🎶👋

Coffee and Tea by Honeylight schedule for this weekend at Ashland is … 🐝☕️Friday, August 28 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Sunday, A...
08/28/2026

Coffee and Tea by Honeylight schedule for this weekend at Ashland is … 🐝☕️

Friday, August 28
8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Sunday, August 30
10:30 am - 2:30 pm

Stop by the Honeylight coffee trailer for handcrafted coffee, lattes, tea, and more. Visit Coffee and Tea by Honeylight for their full menu.

Address

120 Sycamore Road
Lexington, KY
40502

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4am
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+18592668581

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