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Owensboro Convention Center is an event venue at 501 W 2nd St, Owensboro, KY 42301. It is in Daviess County, about 29 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- 501 W 2nd St, Owensboro, KY 42301
- Phone
- (270) 687-8800
- County
- Daviess County
- Highways
- U.S. Route 60, Interstate 165
- Distance
- about 29 miles from Evansville (straight line)
About Owensboro
Owensboro is a city in Daviess County, Kentucky, with a population of about 60,000. It sits on a bend of the Ohio River in western Kentucky, covering just over 20 square miles. The area has a long history, with Native American presence dating back 12,000 years. The first European settler, William Smeathers, arrived in 1797 when the town was called Yellow Banks. Renamed Owensborough in 1817 after Col. Abraham Owen, the spelling changed to Owensboro in 1893. Owensboro is known for its bourbon whiskey distilleries, bluegrass music heritage, and manufacturing history. Visitors can reach Owensboro via U.S. Route 60 or Interstate 165. Nearby landmarks include William Smeathers Riverfront Park and the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
Getting there
- Highways
- U.S. Route 60, Interstate 165
- Rail and air
- No specific rail or air information provided
- Nearest city
- Louisville, approximately 107 miles northeast
Around Owensboro
- William Smeathers Riverfront Park: Named after the first European settler in Owensboro.
- Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum: Located near the original site of the Modern Welding Company.
- William Smeathers Riverfront Park: A park named after the first settler, located along the Ohio River.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is Owensboro Convention Center located?
- Owensboro Convention Center is at 501 W 2nd St, Owensboro, KY 42301, in Daviess County.
- How do I get to Owensboro Convention Center?
- Owensboro is served by U.S. Route 60, Interstate 165. It is about 29 miles from Evansville.
- What is there to see in Owensboro?
- Places to see in Owensboro include William Smeathers Riverfront Park, Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum, William Smeathers Riverfront Park.
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