River Run Gallery Fun Art Studio: What To Do In Carrollton

What Is There To Do In Carrollton, KY

So, you’re thinking about taking a day trip, and Carrollton, KY just came up on your radar. There’s a variety of things to do, see, places to shop and places to eat.

Carrollton has a beautiful courthouse square and lots of shops and buildings with plenty of architectural history and interest. Many people are working together to bring a vibrant experience to all who visit.

Starting with River Run Gallery and Fun Art Studio at 449 Main St. We have a variety of artists, including a jeweler, a fiber artist, a painter, painting classes and soon to be a photographic artist. We will continue to add more artists as we find those who offer a quality product at affordable prices. (We know, artists aren’t supposed to talk about price). You can follow us on facebook at www.facebook.com/RiverRunGallerywww.facebook.com/RiverRunGallery, see what classes are going on and what artists are currently showing at www.riverrungallery.blogspot.com, check out our website at www.riverrungallery.com, or just give us a call at 502-523-0663.

Abby’s Closet is located at 445 Main St., and features new and used clothing, accessories and more. She also carries some furniture, antiques and home décor. The store is owned by Katie Stafford and can be reached at 415-235-6756. Closed Sunday.

On the other side of River Run Gallery is Bella's and they specialize in special occasion dresses, prom, pageants, as well as every clothing and accessories. Look for that beautiful pink, white and black awning at the corner of Fifth and Main Sts. Closed Sunday.

Traveling west on Main St. Maguana’s Unique Gifts and Décor is located at 430 Main St. Maguana has an adorable corner shop in a building with a turret on top. She has gifts for all occasions including baby items, candles, jewelry, kitchen décor, silks, UKI/UofL, Willow Tree, wind chimes and lotsmore. You won’t want to miss this cute place. You can follow her on facebook at www.maguana.qualls.9@facebook.com or use her toll free number to call her at 1-855-835-0322.

Next door at 430B Main St., Dinah Marshall owns Artful Gifts, Etc. She features local artists, mini quilts, pottery, wood turnings and unique gifts. Artful Gifts recently re-located from up on Highland Ave., and she is currently putting together a Christmas room, dedicated to the jolly old elf and all things Christmas. You can reach Dinah at Artfulgiftsetc@gmail.com or by calling 502-732-0155.

Right next door to Artful Gifts is the Paragon Art and Music Academy owned by Jennifer Beach. Local children take voice, piano and guitar lessons inside those walls and Jenifer can be reached at 502-525-3469.

Just in case you were beginning to think Carrollton was all tea rooms and gift shops, Glauber’s at 106 Fourth St., will blow you away with their selection of all things hunting whether with guns or archery. Randy Glauber carries one of the largest selections of guns in the state. In addition to the more than 1,000 guns he also carries ammunition, compound and regular bows and arrows, optics, apparel, safes, targets, and the list goes on and on. You can reach Randy at www.KYGUNGUYS.com, toll free at 1-800-557-3380 or locally at 502-732-4005.

Up at 519 Highland Ave., which is the main drag through town, also known as U.S. 42, Misty Hembree operates Cornerstone Floral and Gifts. Misty and her staff of professional floral designers can take your idea and turn it into a beautiful floral design whether fresh or silk. She also carries a great selection of UK/UofL items, home décor, candles and much more. You can reach Cornerstone Floral at 502-732-9912 or by fax at 502-732-9512. Cornerstone is located right across the street from our beautiful old post office and right next to the Carrollton/Carroll County Tourism office and the Chamber of Commerce and CCCDC offices.

Cornerstone Floral and Gifts

But You're the active type, so what's there for you.

Now, if you wanted something a little more active from your visit to Carrollton we have lots of options for you. We have a brand new river walk that you can access at the foot of Fifth St., and wander along the river till you reach Point Park where you can put in your boat, have a picnic lunch, play in the skate park and on several areas of playground equipment or play sand volleyball.

Point Park is where the Ohio and the Kentucky rivers meet and you can walk on a trail to the newest campground in Carrollton, Two Rivers campground at 320 Second St. You can make your reservation there by calling 502-732-4665.

Two Rivers Adventures is a great place to rent a canoe or kayak and is located at 402 Main St. facing the Ohio River. Brent Leite offers you a great river experience and you can be your own guide on the Kentucky and Ohio rivers as well as many small streams and tributaries in the area. Brent has also begun a moonlight float that would be a fun date night. Brent can be reached at 502-525-4019 or at info@tworiversadventures.com. Brent’s trips begin at $35 for a kayak and $50 for a canoe. He is open from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and is closed Monday and Tuesday. Get all the scoop on his website at http://www.tworiversadventures.com/

Carrollton also boasts General Butler State Park, where you can stay in the lodge, rent a cabin or camp in the campground, but you better call in advance for a reservation, because it is a popular place. It’s just about a mile or so off I-71 so it is very accessible. GBSP offers a 9 hole golf course, mini golf, tennis courts, fishing, playgrounds, the Butler-Turpin museum, basketball courts, picnicking, and at certain times of the year even train rides. That’s packing a lot of fun into one place. At the lodge, across from the golf course, is Two Rivers Restaurant, where you can get a delicious meal and on Mon-Fri you can try their wonderful lunch buffet. 502-732-4384.

Highland Ave. in the spring. It is a beautiful drive with every kind of flowering tree around every corner. You don't want to miss this sight.

Looking down Main St. towards Point Park. More flowering trees and cute shops.

Are You Hungry Yet?

Down On Main Street is a full service restaurant and sports bar and is located at 508 Main St. Grab a burger or a steak and watch a game. Great family dining as well as a fun place to enjoy with friends. Watch out when Kentucky is playing though, because it has been known to get a little crazy then. Reservations not needed unless you’re having a big group, and they do have a party room upstairs. You can give them a jingle at 502-662-0262.

Across the street is Welch’s Restaurant, a place where locals go daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can eat in their enclosed porch and watch the river and the boats and barges that pass hourly. Good country cooking.

If pizza is your pleasure, Hometown Pizza at 2353 Hwy 227, right off the interstate, is the place to go. Big sit down dining room, a lunch buffet Monday-Friday, and great atmosphere for the family or date night.

Other fast food in Carrollton:

Waffle House