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Rex Robinson's Visual Art Center is an event venue at 425 W 5th St, Owensboro, KY 42301. It is in Daviess County, about 29 miles from Evansville.
- Address
- 425 W 5th St, Owensboro, KY 42301
- Phone
- (270) 313-7749
- 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 lies 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. Owensboro was first settled by William Smeathers in 1797 and was originally called Yellow Banks. It was renamed Owensborough in 1817 and shortened to Owensboro in 1893. The city 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 cities include Louisville, about 107 miles northeast, and Evansville, just 29 miles away.
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 Rex Robinson's Visual Art Center located?
- Rex Robinson's Visual Art Center is at 425 W 5th St, Owensboro, KY 42301, in Daviess County.
- How do I get to Rex Robinson's Visual Art 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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