Augusta, KY is a beautiful, historic town right on the Ohio River. Founded in 1795, this town began as a shipping port and played a large role in the Underground Railroad during the Civil War.
For the history lovers, explore the town and see the Rotary Caboose, the original 1811 Augusta Jail, the Rosemary Clooney Museum, and more.
For the outdoorsman, take a trip to the Bracken Creek Horse and Hiking Trails.
Finally, for the drink enthusiast Augusta is the home of the Baker Bird Winery & Distillery and the Augusta KY Distillery. Each offering tours and tastings!
We hope you have a wonderful time in Augusta, KY.
Friday's & Saturdays 11am-4pm
Enjoy wine tastings & take a tour (Tour cost: $10) through the oldest & largest wine cellar in the United States. It was where Augusta residents hid during the 1862 Civil War Battle of Augusta.
Open: Saturday's & Sunday's 1-5pm.
Tours by online reservation only. Open 11am-5pm.