Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History

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114 N 5th St Ste 2
Bardstown, KY 40004

The Oscar Getz Museum of Bourbon History, located in the historic Spalding Hall, houses a 50-year collection of rare whiskey artifacts and documents that chronicle the American whiskey industry from pre-Colonial times to the post-Prohibition era. This unique facility not only preserves the legacy of bourbon but also offers insight into regional history through its exhibits featuring items such as antique bottles, moonshine stills, and Civil War artifacts.

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Lou V.
1/19/2022

this place was awesome if you have any interest at all in the history of bardstown or Bourbon. this is a must stop! the Director, Linda, was filled with lots of information. I would probably...

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Sema T.
11/6/2023

If you're heading in to Bardstown, you can't miss this free (donations encouraged!) museum of whiskey. It won't take too long to go through the 6 rooms, but you're likely to learn at least one...

Robinlynn H.
6/11/2025

I imagine this museum would have been great but we went at 11am. They were supposed to open at 10. Three signs said open but the doors were locked. We gave up and went back to our hotel.

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Melissa B.
1/20/2018

Free is always good. This museum is located in Spalding Hall, a federal brick 1819 Historical building. The building has so much history and is so gorgeous. There are 2 museums in the building,...

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E P.
6/1/2023

I really enjoyed this museum. There is no charge for admission. Seeing the many different bottles was cool. Jack Rein was so informative and personable. The area is lovely and close to shopping...

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