Audubon Park 38th Annual Arts, Crafts and Antique Festival

Many Kentuckians have heard about Audubon Park located in central Jefferson County in Louisville. Audubon Park is a historic area characterized by older homes and beautiful tree-lined streets. Audubon Park is located approximately 3 miles south of Downtown Louisville and is a neighborhood of rich history and grandeur. Louisvillians are very familiar with the very popular Dogwood Festival which is held every April, but if you missed that, then you won't want to miss Audubon Park's 38^th Annual Arts, Crafts, and Antiques Festival which will be held the third week of September. Set in beautiful Oriole Park, located within Audubon Park, the Fall Festival draws many people and is a great opportunity to enjoy a peaceful, scenic and fun stroll through the park and visit the Arts, Crafts and Antiques Festival. Here are a few of the pertinent details:

Event

Audubon Park 38^th Annual Arts, Crafts and Antiques Festival

When

Saturday, September 19, 2009 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sunday, September 20, 2009 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Where

Oriole Park (within Audubon Park), which is between Oriole Drive and Thrush Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40213

What is it?

The Audubon Park Festival features arts, crafts, Audubon Antiques and Collectibles Shoppe, a children's activity area, homemade sweets and breads, outdoor café, live music.

Phone Number

For more information contact (502) 635-7322.

History of Audubon Park

For those of you who aren't familiar with Audubon Park, it is well worth the drive especially during the Fall Season with the majestic trees and brilliant changing colors of the leaves. Audubon Park was sold to G. Robert Hunt in 1906 and Audubon Park Country club was built by a golfer named Russell Houston. In 1912, the Audubon Park Realty Company purchased the land and named it after John James Audubon, the wildlife painter. All streets except for two are named after birds. In 1941, the city became incorporated.

As mentioned, Audubon Park is known for its very straight, tree lined streets. Additionally, Audubon Park has six small parks. The Audubon Park 38^th Annual Arts, Crafts and Antiques Festival would be a great time to see the Fall foliage, the beautiful parks, and enjoy one of Louisville's finest neighborhoods.

Sources: www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audubon_Park_Kentucky