Paducah
Known as "Quilt City, USA," Paducah annually hosts the American Quilter’s Society’s Quilt Show & Contest, attracting nearly 35,000 guests. While boasting a charming historic downtown and a small-town feel, Paducah is home to several big events, thanks to a recently renovated convention and expo center–bringing a combined total of 110,000 square feet of meeting space. Paducah event venues are also active through entertainment and social events. Nestled between the Ohio and Tennessee rivers right on the border of Kentucky, Paducah is a hub in the state’s western region. Its location is halfway between St. Louis and Nashville. Nearby Barkley Regional Airport has direct service to Chicago O’Hare (ORD) through United Airlines. Renovated in 2009, the Julian M. Carroll Convention Center is a shining star among Paducah event venues. Located in the historic downtown district, the center has an impressive 65,000 square feet of event space. Its 20,000-square-foot River Ballroom, overlooking the majestic Ohio River, can be used as one room for large events or divided into smaller spaces. The center also has as many as 20 meeting rooms for more intimat…
Paducah