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Paducah, Kentucky

Population: 26,307
Located in McCracken County

Located at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee Rivers and only 25 miles from Land Between The Lakes, Paducah has more historic markers than any other Kentucky city. It was founded in 1827 by William Clark who partnered with Merriwether Lewis on an earlier expedition to the northwest. The Civil War Battle of Paducah resulted in a brief occupation of the city in 1864 by Confederate troops. Paducah - Wall to Wall depicts the city's colorful history in spectacular murals painted on the flood wall at First and Broadway. Historic downtown walking tour brochures are available at the visitor center at 128 Broadway, M-F 9-5, 800-PADUCAH.

The focal point of Paducah's historic National Register downtown is the 1905 Market House at 200 Broadway, a block from the riverfront. Inside you'll find: the Market Ho se Museum, featuring the complete interior of a local 1877 drugstore, and a quilt made by Martha Custis Lee, wife of General Robert E. Lee.

One trip into the rolling hills, green pastures and clean morning air of Kentucky's horse country and you'll understand. No other place on earth could do justice as home to the thoroughbred. And if you love horses, you belong here too. Did you know that 50% of Kentucky's land area is commercial forest land or that Kentucky has more river miles than any other state?

Paducah is the urban center of a multi-county labor market area. This 15-county region comprises over 4,396 square miles and has a total population of over 250,000.

The healthy business climate in the Paducah area keeps the unemployment rate low, with 75 manufacturing companies of various sizes and 25 local businesses that employ 100 people or more.

The transportation industry has always been a large part of Paducah’s growth. The river industry is a very important part of the local economy with the northernmost ice-free inland waterways port in the United States. Early in its history, the city was the site of one of the largest train-engine shops in the country. And, an excellent highway system serves the region today.

The variety of businesses in Paducah creates a thriving local economy:

Wholesale/Retail/Services – 47 percent of employment
Government and Other – 19 percent of employment
Manufacturing – 19 percent of employment
Transportation/Communications/Utilities – 7 percent of employment
Mining and Construction – 8 percent of employment

Things to do and see around Paducah:
Downtown After Dinner
Broadway is blocked at 6th Street, so leisurely stroll down the street or stop and dance when you hear your favorite song.
Music varies from country, rock 'n roll, gospel jazz and rock bands. Fun for all ages.

Annual Western Kentucky Highland Festival
Celtic celebration honoring Scottish heritage. Music, dancing, athletic events, children's games, vendors and entertainment.

Antique Gas & Steam Engine Show
Grand exhibit of antique gasoline and steam-powered machinery. Food, Flea Market, Arts & Crafts, Pony Rides and Petting Zoo.
Lawn Mower & Kiddie Tractor Pull and more.

Barbecue on the River & Old Market Days
Cook-Off Tournament. Live entertainment, dunking booth, children’s activities and beer garden.

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