Frankfort is the capital city of the U.S. state of Kentucky. It is a home rule-class city and the seat of Franklin County in the Upland South. It is located on the Kentucky River, approximately halfway between the state's two most prominent cities, Louisville and Lexington. The population was 28,602 at the 2020 United States census.
Located on the banks of the Kentucky River, Liberty Hall is a historic house museum in Frankfort, Kentucky. Built 1796–1800 by American statesman John Brown, it was designated in 1971 as a U.S. National Historic Landmark for its association with Brown and its fine Federal-style architecture.
Visit the Salato Wildlife Education Center for an immersive encounter with Kentucky’s native wildlife! Explore indoor exhibits to get up close views of snakes, frogs, turtles, and fish. Follow the paved wheelchair accessible trails to see an eagle, black bear, bobcats, and more!
The Old State Capitol in Kentucky, also known as Old Statehouse, is the former capitol building of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The building is located in the Kentucky capital city of Frankfort and served as home of the Kentucky General Assembly from 1830 to 1910.
