The Kentucky Science Center is an immersive science experience for kids and adults in the middle of the city of Louisville. There are plenty of activities for people of all ages and interests to enjoy.

Special events range from an adult series on the chemistry of wine (with libations included) to free monthly play dates for kids. The four-story 3D digital theatre show films every day of the week for an extra fee. Exhibits change frequently, so a visit to the museum always promises something new.

Museum admission isn't too hard on the wallet, and museum members are admitted free. Insider's tip: For permanent exhibits, admission is only $5 if you show up after 5 p.m. of Friday and Saturday nights!

Kentucky Science Center
727 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 561-6100
www.kysciencecenter.org

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As the sweet smell of barbecue hits your nose, your mouth waters until you are a greeted by a slab of baby back grilled to perfection. As you cut the rack, tender juicy pork falls off the bone and glazed honey-barbecue sauce oozes from its insides. Since your entire plate—er, cutting board—is covered in ribs, you reach over to your basket of crisp, flavorful, steak-cut truffle fries to add a bit of savor!

Forget plates and bowls, whether it’s Mac and Cheese balls or a slab of pork belly, guests at Hammerheads are served on thick wooden cutting boards! From chorizo to venison and elk meat and even veggie tacos, Hammerheads menu pleases all palates from meat lovers to the strictest vegan. Each side dish is served up with a dose of Southern comfort, from fried chicken and sweet potato waffles and tarragon heirloom potato salad.

As their website warns, the restaurant doesn’t take reservations and has limited seating. Arrive early to enjoy prime seating and catch a view of the game. Hammerheads serves up its gamey delicacies Mondays through Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Hammerheads
921 Swan St
Louisville, KY 40204
(502) 365-1112
www.louisvillehammerheads.com

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Louisville’s Harvest Restaurant offers fresh Southern fare classics in a comfortable upscale setting. Founded in 2011 by a farmer, the restaurant proudly displays bios of local farmers that provide 80% of the restaurant’s ingredients. The restaurant boasts several honors including Open Table’s ‘Diner’s Choice’ and the James Beard Award.

Located in the NuLu Arts District , Harvest Restaurant makes the perfect brunch spot. Each colorful, well-balanced dish is served with vegetables like fresh arugula and house-made potato chips. Menu favorites include grits of any variety—three cheese grits, sweet potato grits, and jalapeño grits—and the Brioche French Toast served with custard, caramel and toasted pecans.

Harvest Restaurant is closed on Mondays, but be sure to catch brunch on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Harvest Restaurant
624 E. Market St
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 384-9090
www.harvestlouisville.com

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