Matthew Kennedy House Tour and Tea

Schedule

Sun Apr 12 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

216 N Limestone | Lexington, KY

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Step inside history: enjoy tea and tour the historic Matthew Kennedy House.
About this Event

Join us for a tour of the historic Matthew Kennedy House, where stories linger in the woodwork and craftsmanship. Built c.1815 by Matthew Kennedy for his primary residence and business.Kennedy was one of the first know architects in Kentucky and designed Transylvania University Main Building and the second Kentucky Capitol.

Learn more about Kennedy, features that make his buildings unique, and how the house has changed over time from local UK student and historian Wesley Francis.

Enjoy afternoon Tea from Lexington Tea & Brie.

Proceeds to benefit the Blue Grass Trust.

Parking: Some spaces available at Matthew Kennedy House (first come first serve), free spaces along Constitution St., N. Limestone, and 3rd St.

Inquires: email [email protected] or call (859)231-0800


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216 N Limestone, 216 North Limestone, Lexington, United States

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