Blackacre State Nature Preserve And Historic Homestead

08/17/2026

Just flying by to remind everyone to sign up for the Blackacre Barnstormer Trail Race this month! This is a fundraiser for Blackacre State Nature Preserve that's a "running tour" of all the fun stuff they have to offer. Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/KY/Louisville/BlackacreBarnstormer

08/17/2026

There’s just something about live music on a Sunday evening at Blackacre. And with V-Groove on stage, you might not stay in your lawn chair for long!🎶

They’re back bringing the funk, soul & R&B on August 23 for our 7th Annual Sunset Music Series!

Bring your lawn chairs, gather your crew, visit the farm animals, grab a Kentucky Proud burger, and settle in for an evening of incredible live music on the preserve.

7th Annual Sunset Music Series: V-Groove
Sunday, August 23 | 5–7 PM(gates open at 4:30 PM)
🎟️ $20 per carload
Details and series schedule at VisitBlackacre.org!

Presented by Fraternal Order of Eagles 3903

V-Groove

08/16/2026

When it’s this hot outside, sometimes you just need a drink straight from the hose.☀️

08/13/2026

🔥THIS is what’s coming to Blackacre.

V-Groove will be back August 23. Get ready to dance!🎶

Grab your crew, bring a blanket or lawn chair, and come ready for one seriously fun night on the preserve!

Details at VisitBlackacre.org

V-Groove 🎸🎶

08/10/2026

Little explorers wanted!🌱

Our Forest Friends programs are back the week of August 24th! We have a few spots. Check them out:

🌳 Little Sprouts | Tu/Th 9a-12p
Our drop off program gives little ones the chance to explore, play, learn, and spend their mornings surrounded by nature. Only a few spots!

🌳NEW! Little Seedlings
We’ve added an extra Wednesday caregiver/child class!
Wednesdays | 11:00a-12:30p
From muddy boots and nature discoveries to farm animals and outdoor adventures, little ones have the space to learn, explore, and grow.

Come grow with us. Details at VisitBlackacre.org!

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08/05/2026

Only TWO Historic House Tours remain this summer!

Step inside Blackacre’s beautiful 1844 Tyler House and discover the stories of the families who once called it home. Our docents bring history to life and a glimpse into everyday life in the 1800s.

Thursday, August 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM
Sunday, August 9| 1:00–4:00 PM
🎟️ $10 per person
💚 FREE with your Cultural Pass (this is your last week to use it!) Cultural Pass

Come experience one of Louisville’s hidden gems before our summer tour season comes to a close.

08/04/2026

The view from the Kitchen Garden never gets old.💛

07/31/2026

UPDATE: The event is ON this morning! Come out and join us!

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Who’s coming to our pop-up Farm Animal Feeding? 🐄🐴🐐

We couldn’t resist adding one more chance to visit your favorite farm friends!

Saturday, August 1 | 9:30-10:30 (gate opens at 9!)
$10/carload | Free for members/Cultural Pass Cultural Pass

🌦️ We’re keeping an eye on the weather. If rain forces us to cancel, we’ll make that decision tomorrow morning and post an update right here!

07/30/2026

Afternoon plans? Come join us on the preserve!🌿

Ms. Patty is back today from 1–4 PM with Historic House Tours, bringing Blackacre’s 1844 Tyler House to life through fascinating stories from the past.

Historic House Tours
🎟️ $10 per person | Free for Members or with Cultural Pass

Details at VisitBlackacre.org!

Cultural Pass