Kentucky Science Trail: Discovering the Wonders of Our State
The Kentucky Science Trail is an exciting new online guide launched by the Kentucky Academy of Science, providing visitors with over 70 attractions to explore across the state. Whether you’re a science enthusiast or simply looking for fun and educational experiences, this trail has something for everyone.
From museums and nature preserves to engineering marvels and geological tours, the Kentucky Science Trail features a diverse range of attractions that are sure to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning about our world. Some of the Northern Kentucky locations on the trail include the Newport Aquarium, Boone County Arboretum, Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, and Geologic Tour of Boone County.
The website provides detailed descriptions and links to each attraction’s website, as well as an interactive map for easy location finding. So whether you’re planning a day trip or a longer adventure, it’s easy to plan your scientific adventures across the state with kyscience.org.
Amanda Fuller, Executive Director of the Kentucky Academy of Science, emphasizes the importance of these attractions in fostering curiosity and a love for learning among families. “The Kentucky Science Trail is an excellent resource for anyone looking to learn more about our state’s natural and technological wonders,” she says. “We hope that visitors will be inspired by these attractions to pursue further scientific exploration and engage in evidence-based public discourse.”
Founded in 1914, the Kentucky Academy of Science is a nonprofit organization with over 4,000 members dedicated to promoting scientific communication and collaboration to enhance research, education, and evidence-based public engagement in Kentucky. With so many exciting destinations waiting to be explored on the Kentucky Science Trail, there’s no better time to start planning your scientific adventures across our beautiful state!
