Bluegrass Heritage Museum

Learn about the history of central Kentucky at this informative museum.

Once a medical clinic, this three-story building was owned by Dr. Ishmael starting in 1887 when he opened his office. He continued to practice medicine at the same location until he passed away in 1920. Years later, in 1927, Edward Putney Guerrant used the building for the Guerrant Clinic until the 1970s. Guerrant's son, Edward, served in World War ll and joined the medical practice with his father. Edward Owings Guerrant retired in 1985 and the building sat empty for 11 years. Local Winchester community members decided to renovate this place to transform it into a museum. 

The Bluegrass Heritage Museum is open Monday through Saturday from 12 pm to 4 pm. Admission rates are $5 for adults and $2 for seniors and children ages 6 to 18. The exhibits and displays cover all three floors and feature various local histories. Since the building was once a medical clinic, they also have former medical instruments on display on the third floor. A popular collection is the old telephone systems featuring an antique crank phone, switchboards, and telephone-related items. The history of Winchester, Kentucky, is evident with all of its agricultural pieces, military collections, and various quilts. Guests will also learn about the Eskippakithiki Native American Village, Daniel Boone, and more. If you're near Lexington, Kentucky, feel free to stop by this museum.