FRANKFORT: What We Saw In Kentucky's SLEEPY Capital City
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Date: 2024-01-28
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gingercake0907
Joe and Nick failed to show the largest university in Frankfort, Kentucky State University the largest HBCU in the State founded in 1886. It is worth seeing because it is the second oldest state supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky after the University of Kentucky in 1865 which was not desegregated until 1954. One of the famous alumnus of Kentucky State was Whitney M. Young, Jr, 1941, Civil Rights, Executive Director of the National Urban League from 1961-1971. Also the former Prime Minster of Thailand (2011-2013), Yingluck Shinawatra 1991 alumnus. We can’t overlook the accomplishments and achievements of others who have made America what it is.
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Joe and Nick failed to show the largest university in Frankfort, Kentucky State University the largest HBCU in the State founded in 1886. It is worth seeing because it is the second oldest state supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky after the University of Kentucky in 1865 which was not desegregated until 1954. One of the famous alumnus of Kentucky State was Whitney M. Young, Jr, 1941, Civil Rights, Executive Director of the National Urban League from 1961-1971. Also the former Prime Minster of Thailand (2011-2013), Yingluck Shinawatra 1991 alumnus. We can’t overlook the accomplishments and achievements of others who have made America what it is.
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karenclabaugh5416
I have to say, Kentucky has never been on my radar of places to visit. But after seeing several of your videos, I am enticed and intrigued to visit. I am most impressed with the number of well preserved historical buildings in the area and how clean and well kept the properties are. I guess there were no fire, floods or hurricanes or natural disasters to speed the process of decay Or maybe the residents took pride in preserving the past. Either way, the city is beautiful, and I love the architecture. I am accustomed to the the Greek revival, neo classic, antebellum and other southern architectural buildings. The brick and stone has held up quite nice.
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I have to say, Kentucky has never been on my radar of places to visit. But after seeing several of your videos, I am enticed and intrigued to visit. I am most impressed with the number of well preserved historical buildings in the area and how clean and well kept the properties are. I guess there were no fire, floods or hurricanes or natural disasters to speed the process of decay Or maybe the residents took pride in preserving the past. Either way, the city is beautiful, and I love the architecture. I am accustomed to the the Greek revival, neo classic, antebellum and other southern architectural buildings. The brick and stone has held up quite nice.
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BethCase
I live in Frankfort and loved seeing your video! It gives you a new appreciation to see it from an outsider perspective. I hope you got to go on around the capital building to see the floral clock in the back! One note -- you said you always know when a car is crossing the Singing Bridge. That's where it got it's name! The harmonic sound that it makes when cars drive across. Frankfort has it's problems -- what place doesn't But I love living here, not too big, not too small. As Goldilocks would say, it's just right.
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I live in Frankfort and loved seeing your video! It gives you a new appreciation to see it from an outsider perspective. I hope you got to go on around the capital building to see the floral clock in the back! One note -- you said you always know when a car is crossing the Singing Bridge. That's where it got it's name! The harmonic sound that it makes when cars drive across. Frankfort has it's problems -- what place doesn't But I love living here, not too big, not too small. As Goldilocks would say, it's just right.
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throne1797
This town has maintained its historical presence unlike many cities in the border states of the civil war. A state that fought to remain neutral but would up being one of the major battlegrounds in that war. Have you done a look-see of the many smaller towns that were also important in that war You didn't comment on the historical significance and origins of Kentucky State University, as having been created as an all-black institute.
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This town has maintained its historical presence unlike many cities in the border states of the civil war. A state that fought to remain neutral but would up being one of the major battlegrounds in that war. Have you done a look-see of the many smaller towns that were also important in that war You didn't comment on the historical significance and origins of Kentucky State University, as having been created as an all-black institute.
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darkbeetlebot
As someone who lives close to here, I have to say it's a massive shame there are so many cars littering the place. Would be a lot prettier if it still looked like it did before they were invented. This is also pretty typical of a look for the state's smaller cities and towns. At least the ones of any importance. It's all very distinctly colonial, but the modern developments clash pretty badly with that.
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As someone who lives close to here, I have to say it's a massive shame there are so many cars littering the place. Would be a lot prettier if it still looked like it did before they were invented. This is also pretty typical of a look for the state's smaller cities and towns. At least the ones of any importance. It's all very distinctly colonial, but the modern developments clash pretty badly with that.
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usa-by-car
I love the way you highlight the beauty of the places that you visit. I worked in downtown Frankfort for a number of years as a state government worker and loved the beauty and the hopefulness of the place. Especially St. Clair Street and the Paul Sawyier Library. I worked two doors up from the singing bridge. Your video brings back so many good memories. Thank you for it.
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I love the way you highlight the beauty of the places that you visit. I worked in downtown Frankfort for a number of years as a state government worker and loved the beauty and the hopefulness of the place. Especially St. Clair Street and the Paul Sawyier Library. I worked two doors up from the singing bridge. Your video brings back so many good memories. Thank you for it.
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SawbossDiskor
I'm from Frankfort it's small, one of the old houses has a haunted house I believe it's Liberty Hall, I think it gives tours during Halloween I can't remember which one is the haunted house. There's also a museum of history. Just stay away from Holmes street and some areas by the capitol building, it used to be a particularly bad area down town. Don't know if it still is.
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I'm from Frankfort it's small, one of the old houses has a haunted house I believe it's Liberty Hall, I think it gives tours during Halloween I can't remember which one is the haunted house. There's also a museum of history. Just stay away from Holmes street and some areas by the capitol building, it used to be a particularly bad area down town. Don't know if it still is.
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townoftragedy
Glad you love the capitol in my homestate KY, hope you got to check out the Engine House cafe, it was the original town firestation. It has old articles and info on the walls, including the fire dept's dog. The bookshop cafe is also fun to visit, as their upstairs section are all old books and state record copies people can buy.
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Glad you love the capitol in my homestate KY, hope you got to check out the Engine House cafe, it was the original town firestation. It has old articles and info on the walls, including the fire dept's dog. The bookshop cafe is also fun to visit, as their upstairs section are all old books and state record copies people can buy.
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lynnbieniek3305
Thank you for the lovely insight and review on Frankfort! I am a Louisville born and raised girl married to a New York city boy and have traveled the world extensively. There is no other place in the world I would rather live than in Kentucky. I am proud to be a Kentucky girl, home of fast horses and pretty women!
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Thank you for the lovely insight and review on Frankfort! I am a Louisville born and raised girl married to a New York city boy and have traveled the world extensively. There is no other place in the world I would rather live than in Kentucky. I am proud to be a Kentucky girl, home of fast horses and pretty women!
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paulfun8720
Why did Col. Sanders live in Mississauga, Ontario for 15 years beginning in 1965 He moved to a non descript house just outside Toronto for some reason. I wonder why a famous man like him left such a beatiful place for another country thats cold lol. If you know why please leave a reply.
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Why did Col. Sanders live in Mississauga, Ontario for 15 years beginning in 1965 He moved to a non descript house just outside Toronto for some reason. I wonder why a famous man like him left such a beatiful place for another country thats cold lol. If you know why please leave a reply.
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jamesthomas6322
Your wife was wrong. Harland Sanders did serve in the military. He was known as Col. Sanders, not for his military service, but because of his affiliation with the Honorable Order of the Kentucky Colonels, an honorary appointment from Kentucky governors to distinguished Kentuckians.
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Your wife was wrong. Harland Sanders did serve in the military. He was known as Col. Sanders, not for his military service, but because of his affiliation with the Honorable Order of the Kentucky Colonels, an honorary appointment from Kentucky governors to distinguished Kentuckians.
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usa-by-car
Brick Alley is where you will find a lot of locals on Friday nights in the Summer and Frankfort hosts free Frankfort Friday when it's warm. They have a band on the old Capitol steps and usually a few vendors set up and merchants open their doors. It's nice.
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Brick Alley is where you will find a lot of locals on Friday nights in the Summer and Frankfort hosts free Frankfort Friday when it's warm. They have a band on the old Capitol steps and usually a few vendors set up and merchants open their doors. It's nice.
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txcaco1
Did a Buffalo Trace tour, spent the afternoon walking around the town and had Dinner at Goodwood Brewing on the deck over the Kentucky River. Very nice town and enjoyed our stay for the night. Highlight of our road trip was Frankfort Kentucky.
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Did a Buffalo Trace tour, spent the afternoon walking around the town and had Dinner at Goodwood Brewing on the deck over the Kentucky River. Very nice town and enjoyed our stay for the night. Highlight of our road trip was Frankfort Kentucky.
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starquant
Yep, I could live here. No doubt about it. What a wonderful place. I find it a bit of a shame however, that there have been so many notable women who made their mark in Kentucky and yet not a single one is represented in the Capital building.
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Yep, I could live here. No doubt about it. What a wonderful place. I find it a bit of a shame however, that there have been so many notable women who made their mark in Kentucky and yet not a single one is represented in the Capital building.
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alanjones3874
You seem to have missed the old State Capital building and that beautiful street. As a kid i was awed by Governor Goebels coat with the awesome bullet hole. Like Jeff Davis the coat was deemed not correct for modern youth. God help us.
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You seem to have missed the old State Capital building and that beautiful street. As a kid i was awed by Governor Goebels coat with the awesome bullet hole. Like Jeff Davis the coat was deemed not correct for modern youth. God help us.
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kirakatie226
As a young woman born and raised in Frankfort. There is zero opportunity here unless you want to work for the state. If you want to flourish at my age and the year we are in now it’s not here. ! Lots of old money here
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As a young woman born and raised in Frankfort. There is zero opportunity here unless you want to work for the state. If you want to flourish at my age and the year we are in now it’s not here. ! Lots of old money here
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peterstean2138
That's a pretty Masonic building at 12: 30 - nice to see that it's still in use. I like the lighting effects in the dome of the Capitol building as well - very 21st century, in contrast to the rest of the place!
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That's a pretty Masonic building at 12: 30 - nice to see that it's still in use. I like the lighting effects in the dome of the Capitol building as well - very 21st century, in contrast to the rest of the place!
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pinkywilliams8063
Enjoyed the tour of the Kentucky's Capital City. Was a big fan of Daniel Boone & the history of the Cherokee Indians. These older videos pop up on my feed once in awhile. Thanks for sharing Joe.
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Enjoyed the tour of the Kentucky's Capital City. Was a big fan of Daniel Boone & the history of the Cherokee Indians. These older videos pop up on my feed once in awhile. Thanks for sharing Joe.
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coreyselene5632
I'm looking to relocate from Mattoon, IL and always thought KY was visually beautiful. Definitely considering Frankfort. Any areas there that people should stay away from or is everyone there nice
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I'm looking to relocate from Mattoon, IL and always thought KY was visually beautiful. Definitely considering Frankfort. Any areas there that people should stay away from or is everyone there nice
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michelehale2712
Enjoyed your video of my hometown and appreciate your comments. Hopefully, you were able to stop at the museum downtown, a bakery or visit Cove Spring Park. Lots to enjoy in Frankfort.
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Enjoyed your video of my hometown and appreciate your comments. Hopefully, you were able to stop at the museum downtown, a bakery or visit Cove Spring Park. Lots to enjoy in Frankfort.
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derekellis232
I grew up in Monterey, KY & Owenton, KY. Very rural and almost forgotten small towns just outside of Frankfort. Next time you all are in that area, try to take a detour that way: D
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I grew up in Monterey, KY & Owenton, KY. Very rural and almost forgotten small towns just outside of Frankfort. Next time you all are in that area, try to take a detour that way: D
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thelwhunter2059
as someone who lives in Frankfort Kentucky there is a huge amount of old cars and a couple other areas that are really old so if you go to different areas and more
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as someone who lives in Frankfort Kentucky there is a huge amount of old cars and a couple other areas that are really old so if you go to different areas and more
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MrKennyRACING
My great grandfather Carr gave Sanders his first of three loans to start KFC in Corbin Kentucky. I thought that was pretty cool. grant co KY 30mins from Frankfort.
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My great grandfather Carr gave Sanders his first of three loans to start KFC in Corbin Kentucky. I thought that was pretty cool. grant co KY 30mins from Frankfort.
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eddiebelt8582
i thank you guys alot i follow you through every state an appreaite everything you do im from western ky a town call marion thanks keep up the good work
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i thank you guys alot i follow you through every state an appreaite everything you do im from western ky a town call marion thanks keep up the good work
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dwaynecook3634
I'm glad your video showed up on my feed! I've lived in Frankfort most of my life. It was interesting to see a visitor's perspective. Nice video!
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I'm glad your video showed up on my feed! I've lived in Frankfort most of my life. It was interesting to see a visitor's perspective. Nice video!
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usa-by-car
There should be a literary prize for travel literature, and you guys should have it. The accumulated wisdom and perspective is yet to be analyzed.
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There should be a literary prize for travel literature, and you guys should have it. The accumulated wisdom and perspective is yet to be analyzed.
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usa-by-car
100 years isnt old. We have graves over 4000 years old, Farmhouses over 300 years and more. But this is in The Netherlands. I'm Dutch.
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100 years isnt old. We have graves over 4000 years old, Farmhouses over 300 years and more. But this is in The Netherlands. I'm Dutch.
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Kyautumnlovr
We recently bought a home in Benton - Marshall County. Will be moving soon. Love the beauty here but worry KY is in a drought
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We recently bought a home in Benton - Marshall County. Will be moving soon. Love the beauty here but worry KY is in a drought
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goins8659
Great video man! I'm proud to say I was born and raised in Frankfort KY! thanks for show casing our beautiful little town!
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Great video man! I'm proud to say I was born and raised in Frankfort KY! thanks for show casing our beautiful little town!
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meganhuff2346
I have lived in Frankfort my whole life. I know all the buildings you're showing, but I've never read the plaques.
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I have lived in Frankfort my whole life. I know all the buildings you're showing, but I've never read the plaques.
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DoStuff1958
Jefferson Davis statue was removed from the Capital building on June 13 2020 because it hurt a few peoples feelings.
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Jefferson Davis statue was removed from the Capital building on June 13 2020 because it hurt a few peoples feelings.
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WeepingSlender
Frankfort is my home town. Born and raised here! Thank you sharing and praising our town. Come back and see us!
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Frankfort is my home town. Born and raised here! Thank you sharing and praising our town. Come back and see us!
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WhittyPics
KY is my home state. There are a lot of things to see in KY. You will find a lot of beauty around any of the lakes
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KY is my home state. There are a lot of things to see in KY. You will find a lot of beauty around any of the lakes
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ivorymagnus7347
This is so funny for me to watch because I live in Frankfort and have been literally everywhere in this video
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This is so funny for me to watch because I live in Frankfort and have been literally everywhere in this video
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