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Learn about the history and impact of this sentimental ballad by Stephen Foster, inspired by Harriet Beecher Stowe's novel Uncle Tom's Cabin. Find out how the song was used in minstrel shows, abolitionist movements, and the Kentucky Derby.
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Visit the Federal Hill mansion, where the song "My Old Kentucky Home" was inspired, and learn about its history and architecture. Explore the park's events, exhibits, and bourbon hideaway.
Visit the farm where Stephen Foster wrote the famous song "My Old Kentucky Home" and see the elegant mansion, antiques, and cemetery. Learn about the history and culture of Kentucky from costumed guides and enjoy the scenic grounds and nearby attractions.
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Visit the 200 year old mansion and plantation of the Rowan family, named for the song "My Old Kentucky Home". See original antiques, fine art, architecture, and hear the song performed by tour guides.
- 501 East Stephen Foster Avenue Bardstown, KY, 40004 United States
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Sep 3, 2020 · Learn how a song written by Stephen Foster in the 1850s as an anti-slavery pastoral became a popular tune at the Kentucky Derby. Explore the original lyrics, the historical context, and the cultural evolution of this American classic.
Learn about the history and significance of Federal Hill, a former plantation home and the inspiration for Stephen Foster's song "My Old Kentucky Home". The park offers tours, exhibits, and events related to the mansion, the composer, and Kentucky culture.
