Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate

Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate, beloved home of American statesman Henry Clay (1777-1852) The museum is closed in January.
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With a historic mansion filled with an incomparable collection, original outbuildings, gardens, official arboretum, historic paths, museum store, and seasonal café, Ashland offers an experience of wonder and discovery. Highly rated guided tours focus on various aspects of the estate’s history: Henry Clay and his legacy, slavery at Ashland, and the women of Ashland. Founded in 1926 and operated as

a nonprofit 501(c)(3) by the Henry Clay Memorial Foundation, the museum opened its doors to the public in 1950. From Henry Clay’s lifetime to ours today, Ashland has been a community and national treasure.

The party of the summer is almost here & you're invited! ☀️ In just less than a month, Ashland is hosting our 29th annua...
05/29/2026

The party of the summer is almost here & you're invited! ☀️

In just less than a month, Ashland is hosting our 29th annual Lawn Party. You won't want to miss this picturesque evening with celebration, historic charm, and community. This evening includes a silent and live auction, gourmet catering, music, and more.
To purchase tickets, tables, or register for the auction, you can scan the QR code below or visit: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026lawnparty/

We hope to see you there! 💐

In 1926, a bold decision ensured Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate’s future — preserving not just a home, but a legacy.Toda...
05/29/2026

In 1926, a bold decision ensured Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate’s future — preserving not just a home, but a legacy.

Today, over 15,000 visitors each year explore the stories of Henry Clay, the women of Ashland, and the lives of those once enslaved here — connecting past to present through themes that still shape our nation.

As we celebrate 100 years of preservation, we invite you to be part of Ashland’s next century. Please consider making a donation today:
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/standarddonatepage?mc_cid=84bbe8e53a&mc_eid=3c2df4ec30

📸: Jeff Rogers, courtesy of VisitLEX

Just one month away until one of Lexington’s most beloved traditions!Save the date for Saturday, June 27 and the Ashland...
05/27/2026

Just one month away until one of Lexington’s most beloved traditions!

Save the date for Saturday, June 27 and the Ashland Lawn Party presented by Alltech, Milly Ann & John Stewart Charitable Fund at BGCF and Russell Capital Management.

Each summer, Ashland, The Henry Clay Estate opens its 17-acre historic grounds for a beautiful and fun summer evening. The Annual Lawn Party brings together hundreds of guests for an elegant evening of gourmet local cuisine, a silent and live auctions, music, and celebration — all set against the backdrop of one of Kentucky’s most iconic landmarks.

Now in its 29th year, the Lawn Party is Ashland’s premier fundraising event, with proceeds supporting historic preservation, educational programming, and cultural experiences that keep this remarkable estate alive and accessible to the community.

Purchase your ticket today at https://henryclay.org/event/annual-ashland-lawn-party/. We hope to see you on the lawn!

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from all of us Ashland! We hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday. 🇺🇸

Planning a picnic? Our grounds are the perfect place to enjoy a lunch outside. Come visit us today.

Spring is the perfect season to visit Ashland! Stroll our beautiful grounds, tour the mansion, and experience the legacy...
05/21/2026

Spring is the perfect season to visit Ashland! Stroll our beautiful grounds, tour the mansion, and experience the legacy of Henry Clay. 🌷

We offer our Henry Clay Signature Tour Tuesdays-Saturdays at:
⏰ 10 AM
⏰ 11:30 AM
⏰ 1PM
⏰ 2:30 PM
⏰ 3:45 PM

Tickets are:
🎟️ $25 Adults
🎟️ $15 Students (ages 6-college)
Free for children under 5

Reserve your spot at henryclay.org or purchase tickets at the H. Clay & Co. Museum Store inside the mansion. Space is limited, so advance booking is encouraged!

We look forward to welcoming you to Ashland this spring.🌿

That morning cup of joe tastes even better in one of our new Ashland mugs. Freshly added to the Henry Clay & Co. Museum ...
05/19/2026

That morning cup of joe tastes even better in one of our new Ashland mugs. Freshly added to the Henry Clay & Co. Museum Store, these coffee cups make the perfect gift for a friend — or a little treat for yourself.

Shop and sip local. ☕️

Flags on the estate mark patches of Running Buffalo Clover, a protected native species rarely found in urban settings.
05/15/2026

Flags on the estate mark patches of Running Buffalo Clover, a protected native species rarely found in urban settings.

Need a unique gift idea? 🎁 How about gifting a tree for a birthday, anniversary, graduation or retirement gift? 🌳🌲🌳The A...
05/15/2026

Need a unique gift idea? 🎁 How about gifting a tree for a birthday, anniversary, graduation or retirement gift? 🌳🌲🌳

The Ashland Arboretum is home to over 600 trees and 44 species. Maintaining these trees is no small feat. Each year we select trees that need the most maintenance and tag them for adoption by the community.

By adopting a tree, you pay for its maintenance for the year and ensure that it thrives at Ashland for years to come. There are currently 22 trees up for adoption.

For more adoption information, please visit https://henryclay.org/support/special-initiatives/.

📸: Richie Wireman

In response to demand, we added another free tour today at 3:45 pm. If you haven't been to Ashland, now is a good time t...
05/12/2026

In response to demand, we added another free tour today at 3:45 pm. If you haven't been to Ashland, now is a good time to explore Ashland and learn about Henry Clay's enduring legacy. Our free tour day was made possible by Republic Bank & Trust Company, and Drs. John Stewart and Magdalene Karon.

FREE TOURS TODAY! 🌳🌸☀️Thanks to the generosity of Republic Bank & Trust, and Drs. John Stewart & Magdalene Karon, Ashlan...
05/12/2026

FREE TOURS TODAY! 🌳🌸☀️

Thanks to the generosity of Republic Bank & Trust, and Drs. John Stewart & Magdalene Karon, Ashland is offering one day of free tours, today, Tuesday, May 12.

The free tours include:
• 10:00 a.m. Henry Clay Signature Tour
• 11:30 a.m. Women’s Voices Tour
• 1:00 p.m. Traces Tour: Story of Slavery at Ashland
• 2:30 p.m. Henry Clay Signature Tour

The Foundation has expanded its interpretive and public programming to present a broader, more inclusive narrative—offering dedicated experiences focused on the lives of the people enslaved at Ashland, and the nine women who span a century of social, cultural, and political change. If you have not experienced Ashland recently, take advantage of this offer to come learn about one of our nation’s most influential statesman and the other people who lived and toiled at Ashland.

🎟️ Get your ticket at:
https://henryclay.org/Visit/tours/
Limit one ticket per person.

📸: Richie Wireman

Happy Mother’s Day to all — including Henry Clay’s wife, Lucretia Clay, who was “Mom” to their eleven children: five son...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all — including Henry Clay’s wife, Lucretia Clay, who was “Mom” to their eleven children: five sons and six daughters.🧒🧒🧒🧒🧒👧👧👧👧👧👧

Like many moms today, Lucretia wore many hats — mother, businesswoman, teacher, household manager, and more.

We hope all moms have a wonderful (relaxing) day celebrating with family and loved ones. 🩷

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120 Sycamore Road
Lexington, KY
40502

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4am
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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