Campbellsville, KY
Campbellsville, KY is the largest community in Taylor County, the geographic heart of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
The university is centrally located within the city, allowing easy access to restaurants, coffee shops, convenience and drug stores, a laundry mat, a health food store, apartments and more.
Downtown Campbellsville is across the street and is filled with many local businesses and restaurants.
- Taylor County Quickfacts
- Taylor County Tourism – Green River Lake
- Campbellsville, KY Weather
- Team Taylor County – Economic Development
Area Attractions
Campbellsville Tigers Athletics
With over 30 men’s, women’s and co-ed teams competing in the Mid-South Conference of the NAIA, Campbellsville Athletics are exciting to follow. The athletes at Campbellsville University represent the university and region with integrity and are regular winners of the Champions of Character distinction. For more information and schedules, visit www.campbellsvilletigers.com.
Campbellsville University Theater & School of Music
Campbellsville University is a generous contributor to the arts. The Campbellsville University Theater presents a wide variety of plays throughout the year, and the school of music offers numerous programs at the Gosser Fine Arts Center.
Chowning Art Shop
Browse art from local artists, CU students and alumni! There’s something for everyone!
The Chowning Art Shop features a collection of fine art including original paintings, drawings, sculpture, jewelry, woodwork and other unique pieces. All artwork is created by Campbellsville University faculty, staff, students and alumni. These artists also staff the building so come check out the art, meet the artists and purchase original pieces!
503 N. Columbia Ave.
Campbellsville, KY 42718
Pence-Chowning Art Gallery
Guests artists from around the world and CU art students host a variety of arts exhibits during the school year. Exhibits can include ceramics and sculptures, photography, photography, paintings and more. Hours range throughout the weeks as students run the gallery between classes.
205 University Drive
Campbellsville, KY 42718
Central Kentucky Art Series
The Central Kentucky Arts Series is the community arts council for the greater Campbellsville area. CKAS is dedicated to bring a wide variety of arts programming to the local community. It is funded by the Kentucky Arts Council, corporate donations, individual donations, door tickets and season memberships.
Taylor County Fair
Recognized as the “Best County Fair in Kentucky” by the Kentucky State Fair, this week long festival celebrates the area’s agricultural heritage. The fair includes agricultural events, contests and races, a carnival, truck pull, pageants, music, a demolition derby and more.
Fourth of July Celebration
Each year, over 40,000 visitors gather in Campbellsville for the annual celebration which honors the spirit of freedom. Attractions which have made the event one of the largest Fourth of July celebrations in the state include country music concerts, parades, and, of course, fireworks.
Miller Park
65-acre park features Olympic-size swimming pool, tennis courts, walking trail and beautiful flower gardens.