To visit this modern university, make your way to Frankfort. You'll find lots of other interesting attractions in the area, like Kentucky State Capitol, Buffalo Trace Distillery, and Prodigy Vineyards & Winery.
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![Kentucky State University was chartered in May 1886 as the State Normal School for Colored Persons, only the second state-supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky.[1] During the euphoria of Frankfort's 1886 centennial celebration, the city donated $1,500 towards the purchase of land for a new college on a bluff overlooking Frankfort.
The new school formally opened on October 11, 1887, with three teachers, 55 students, and John H. Jackson as president.[1] Recitation Hall (now Jackson Hall), the college's first permanent building, was erected in that year.
KSU became a land-grant college in 1890, and the departments of home economics, agriculture and mechanics were added to the school's curriculum.[1] The school produced its first graduating class of five students in the spring of that year. A high school was organized in 1893. This expansion continued into the 20th century in both name and program. In 1902, the name was changed to Kentucky Normal and Industrial Institute for Colored Persons. The name was changed again in 1926 to Kentucky State Industrial College for Colored Persons.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7262/80b239a0-cf4a-4e00-8ea0-fb6e64265ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Old State Capitol
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You can study the exhibits at Old State Capitol, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.
Kentucky Governor's Mansion
4.5/5(2 reviews)
Kentucky Governor's Mansion is just one of the places to see in Frankfort, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in the area, or seek out the hiking trails.
Buffalo Trace Distillery
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You can take time to visit Buffalo Trace Distillery during your travels to Frankfort. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.
Kentucky State Capitol
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After visiting Kentucky State Capitol, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Frankfort. Attend a sporting event in the area, or seek out the hiking trails.
Cove Spring Park
You can take time to visit Cove Spring Park during your travels to Frankfort. Attend a sporting event in the area, or seek out the hiking trails.
Frankfort Cemetery
Learn about the local history of Frankfort when you take a trip to Frankfort Cemetery. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.
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