Introduction
The Commonwealth of Kentucky officially became
part of the United States of America on June 1, 1792 as the 15th state.
Sometimes referred to as a "border" state because of our geographic
location in being sandwiched between "The North" and "The South", we do
indeed embrace and display traditional characteristics of both
regions.
Explore "Our Place in the World" and learn
about the majestic and diverse beauty of Kentucky - from our land, plants,
and animals to our people and traditions - it remains true today as a
Christian traveler said in 1828: "Heaven is a Kentucky of
place".
I. Kentucky Land
Natural
Regions
The Ohio River and its
Tributaries
Major Lakes
Counties and County Seats
The Capital
and Major Cities
State
Parks
Kentucky's
National Parks and Historic Sites
II. Kentucky Plant
Life
Native
Trees
Shrubs and
Bushes
Herbaceous
Flowering Plants
Vines and
Creepers
Grasses and
Ferns
Mosses and
Liverworts
Cultivated
Plants
III. Kentucky Animal
Life
Common Mammals
American Black Bear
Bobcat
Common Raccoon
Eastern Cottontail
Fox
Mountain Lion
White-tailed deer
Wolves
Birds--Native
Species and Migratory Visitors
Reptiles
and Amphibians
Fish
Species
The
Horse
Livestock
and Domesticated Animals
IV. Kentucky
People
Pioneers
and Explorers
Political
and Social Leaders
Kentucky Governors
U.S. Senators and Representatives
Scientists
and Inventors
Artists and
Artisans
Authors and
Journalists
Actors and
Actresses See also Movies
With Kentucky Ties
Singers
and Musicians
Sports
Figures
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