Category: Featured
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The Story Behind Holler Critters
Conceived as a way to encourage families to visit the Pikeville-Pike County, KY Welcome Center during the bustling Hillbilly Days of 2024, Holler Critters quickly became a surprise sensation. Produced by the creative minds at Pikeville Pike County Tourism CVB, these trading cards were originally intended as a fundraiser for the Shriners Hospital for Children…
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Plan Your Perfect Trip: Visit Pikeville, Kentucky – Top Attractions
In the rugged beauty of the Appalachian Mountains lies Pikeville, Kentucky, a small city brimming with rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. As you plan your adventures for the year, delve into the charm of Pikeville with these top attractions that epitomize the essence of this captivating region. Must-See Attractions While You Visit Pikeville…
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Check Out The New Hatfield McCoy Historic Feud Driving Tour Brochure!
Greetings, fellow history enthusiasts and adventure seekers! Pikeville-Pike County Tourism CVB is thrilled to share some exciting news with you – the much-anticipated release of the new Hatfield McCoy Historic Feud Driving Tour brochure! This comprehensive guide is your key to unlocking the fascinating history of one of America’s most infamous feuds, and we’re proud…
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A Must See: Loretta Lynn’s Butcher Hollow Tour
Van Lear, Kentucky is known as the birthplace of two of the greatest legends in country music, Loretta Lynn and Crystal Gayle. If you are a fan of country music, then Butcher Hollow is a must-see destination for you. This small town is rich in history and is home to the birthplace of these incredible…
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The Hatfields and McCoys: Remembering the 1888 New Year’s Day Massacre
The Hatfields and McCoys are one of the most famous feuding families in American history. This infamous feud began in the late nineteenth century in the rugged mountains of eastern Kentucky, along the border of southern West Virginia. These two infamous families engaged each other in a bitter struggle of betrayal, jealousy, and revenge. The…
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Devil Anse Hatfield Descendant Speaks at the McCoy Well – What Did He Have to Say?
Each September, Pike County Tourism CVB, along with the Pike County government and various community leaders host Hatfield McCoy Heritage Days, a multi-day event that involves many descendants of Hatfields and the McCoys. Descendants of these famous feuding families come to Pikeville and the surrounding area to engage in storytelling, meet and greets, and special…