"Elk Capitol of the East"
Tourism is increasing in the county, especially the popularity of elk viewing with the largest elk herd east of the Mississippi River.There is an ATV Training Center dedicated to the safety of ATV usage among riders and the Knott County Sportsplex, a sports complex which has indoor basketball courts, outside baseball fields, a soccer field, and a fitness center.
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Troublesome Creek Times
Things To Do
Alice Lloyd Fine Arts Center
Alice Lloyd College provides a thriving and ever-growing small-campus arts community for its students. Various opportunities exist for our students to become involved in the arts, particularly in music, theatre, creative writing, the visual arts, and public speaking.
Appalachian Artisan’s Center
The Center’s shop is home to an extensive selection of handcrafted items. From pottery to jewelry and furniture to quilts, the rich heritage of the region is reflected in the unique pieces available for purchase.
The shop is also home to the art gallery space which highlights regional artist exhibits.
Appalachian School of Luthiery
Nestled deep in the heart of the hard-hit coalfields, the Appalachian Artisan Center (AAC) at Hindman is dedicated to promoting the work of artists and craftsmen throughout the mountains of Kentucky via marketing and professional development assistance.
Camp Nathaniel
Since 1932, Scripture Memory Mountain Mission/Camp Nathanael has been a source of life changing memories. During the past 85 years, thousands have participated in the events hosted at our 500 acre campus. Located in the heart of Eastern Kentucky, it is our desire to offer you the opportunity to enjoy our facilities and activities. We are an inter-denominational Christian ministry.
Carr Creek Lake
Carr Fork, a tributary of the North Fork of the Kentucky River, is located 8.8 miles below Carr Creek Dam, and is thought to have gotten its name from William Carr, a well-known "Long Hunter" who hunted in the area. Today, the area is a family-friendly escape with plenty of water activities, including boating, fishing and swimming.
Carr Creek State Park
Carr Fork, a tributary of the North Fork of the Kentucky River, is located 8.8 miles below Carr Creek Dam, and is thought to have gotten its name from William Carr, a well-known "Long Hunter" who hunted in the area. Today, the area is a family-friendly escape with plenty of water activities, including boating, fishing and swimming.
Carr Fork Marina
Gas and oil for 2 and 4 cycle motors, fishing gear, live and artificial bait, pontoon rentals, boat slips and gift shop.
Carrie Community Center
Carrie Community Center hosts special events to provide entertainment and fellowship to residents of Knott County.
Hindman Settlement School
Hindman Settlement School is a vibrant beacon for progressive learning, community enrichment, and cultural exploration in the Central Appalachian region. We provide practical courses, programs, and services designed to inspire collaboration and improve the lives of the people in our community. We know that through proper education, stewardship, and support, the people of our community can help our region thrive.
Kentucky School of Craft
The Kentucky School of Craft has been part of Hazard Community and Technical College for over ten years. Founded with an identity linked to economic development and traditional Appalachian artistry, The School of Craft is going through a period of rebirth to develop programming that coincides with the needs of today s students. The School of Craft is not only dedicated to educating students about the arts, but to also find new ways technology and creative thinking can create jobs and help students start a career.
Knott County Sportsplex
Knott County Sportsplex is the most modern, state-of-the art multi-sports facility in the state of Kentucky. Located six miles east of Hindman on highway 80. The Sportsplex officially opened on October 12, 2007.
Littcarr Campground
The campground offers 45 sites with electric and water hookups. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, laundry facilities and a dump station. For family-friendly entertainment, two playgrounds, a picnic shelter, horseshoe pits, and basketball and shuffleboard courts are also on-site.
Marie Stewart Craft Shop
The Marie Stewart Craft Shop is a unique craft store filled with traditional Appalachian crafts from Eastern Kentucky. The Shop provides a venue to showcase local artisan’s consigned work. The shop is named in memory of Marie Stewart, who attended Hindman Settlement School starting in 1919 and graduated as valedictorian of her class in 1929. Marie carried on the Hindman Settlement School craft tradition by crafting many handmade items during her lifetime.
Mine Made Paradise Adventure Park
This off-road park offers miles of marked, rated and looped trails on 43,000 acres of reclaimed coal land. The property currently has around 100 miles of trails for ATVs and UTVs and about 32 miles for dirt bike. The trails wind through a scenic forest and offer plenty of water crossings and a good mix of easy and technical trails.
Museum of the Mountain Dulcimer
This permanent exhibition of instruments features many dulcimers which are on loan to the Center from local banjo player and historian, George Gibson.
festivals and events
Knott County Trail Ride
May
Make plans now to join us for the Spring 2019 Knott County Trail Ride!
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Knott County Gingerbread Festival
First Thursday - Sunday after Labor Day
This festival celebrates the mountain tradition of "encouraging" citizens to vote. World's largest gingerbread man. Crafts, music, contests, parade and lots of food and carnival rides.
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Annual Fall Trail Ride
First Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday in October
Guided trail rides, campfires, music, and food. Come see the fall foliage and hear the elk bugle!
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