2019 MiM KY 1 Lap (2)
October 14 – October 19
2019 will be the 10th annual KY 1 Lap tour, part of the Museum in Motion (MiM) program and unique in that it is a partnership between the National Corvette Museum and the Kentucky State Police. The two organizations join together to raise money for both the Museum and Trooper Island, a KSP non-profit camp for underprivileged children. Each year the tour explores a different section of Kentucky. As always, the tour will be led by a Kentucky State Trooper, now using a marked Kentucky State Police Gray Corvette which is sure to attract attention as the caravan travels through an area of real Americana.
Due to overwhelming interest, we are offering this tour 4 different weeks in October.
2019 MiM KY 1 Lap (2) –
October 14th – October 19th, 2019
2019 will usher in the 10th annual KY 1 Lap tour, part of the Museum in Motion (MiM) program and unique in that it is a partnership between the National Corvette Museum and the Kentucky State Police. The two organizations will join to raise money for both the Museum and Trooper Island, a KSP non-profit camp for underprivileged children. Each year the Tour explores a different section of Kentucky. As always, the tour will be led by TPR. Jonathan Biven – Trooper Island Camp Director now using a newly painted marked silver Corvette which is sure to attract attention as the caravan travels through an area of real Americana. This year we are discovering some of our main attractions that have made KY famous. Bourbon, Horses, and the Rebecca Ruth Candy Factory.
Due to overwhelming interest, we are offering this tour 4 consecutive weeks in October.
- Tour 1 – Sept. 30 through Oct. 5
- Tour 2 – Oct. 14 through Oct. 19
- Tour 3 – Oct. 21 through Oct. 26
- Tour 4 – Oct. 28 through Nov. 2
** All tours are the same
As with all MiM Tours, space is limited so make sure you sign on to NCM eNews to get the latest information on all events including opening of registration and fees. GPS highly recommended! Questions, contact Bryce or Maci
Registration fee
- NCM Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1,200 / alternate driver $450
- NCM Non-Members – Primary Registrant (driver and car) $1,240 / alternate driver $490
Note: Non-member pricing does NOT include a 1 yr membership to NCM. To become a member – please call Becky at 270-467-8836
On-line registration closes at 8:00am central time on Friday, August 30th, 2019 or until sold out!
** No refunds or cancellations after Advance Registration closes **
Host Lodging for KY 1 Lap
Holiday Inn Express Danville
200 Shannon Way,
Danville, KY 40422
Registration is now closed
| 2019 MiM – KY 1 Lap Tour Agenda | |
| MONDAY, October 14th | |
| 3:00pm – 5:00pm | Credential Pick-up
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| 5:00pm | NCM Close |
| 5:15pm (CT) | Meet n’ Greet Party
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| TUESDAY, October 15th | |
| 7:30am | NCM Opens
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| 8:00am – 10:00am | Depart for Trooper Island
** Change to Eastern Time Zone ** |
| 11:00am – 2:00pm
(Est time) |
Trooper Island
Trooper Island Camp was developed by the Kentucky State Police as part of a long-range program of public service to the youth of Kentucky; a place when tensions and turmoil of our everyday lives can be forgotten; and for one week young people can be given a touch of hope and desire for a better tomorrow.
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| 2:15pm (EST) | Depart for Holiday Inn Express Danville
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| 4:30pm | Arrive and Check-In Holiday Inn Express Danville, KY |
| 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Dinner at Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
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| WEDNESDAY, October 16th | |
Breakfast Buffet Holiday Inn Express Danville
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| 9:40am | Driver Meeting in Hotel Lobby |
| Immediately Following | Depart for Wilderness Trail Distillery
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| 10:00am – 11:30am | Arrive at Wilderness Trail Distillery
We have a pioneering spirit here at Wilderness Trail Distillery, just like the settlers who follow the path Daniel Boone blazed into Central Kentucky. In keeping with our location in the birthplace of Kentucky, we like blending old traditions with the science of making Bourbon and other fine spirits. Come see what we mean by visiting Wilderness Trail Distillery.
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| 12:00pm – 1:00pm | Lunch Inside Wilderness Trail Distillery
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| 1:00pm | Depart for Old Fort Harrod State Park
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| 1:30pm – 3:30pm | Arrive & Tour Old Harrod State Park
A full-scale replica of the fort built by James Harrod in 1774 is the centerpiece of Old Fort Harrod State Park in Harrodsburg, KY. Cabins and blockhouses are furnished with handmade utensils, furniture, crude tools, and implements used by the pioneers.
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| 3:50pm | Depart for Holiday Inn Express Danville
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| 4:45pm | Depart for Cattleman’s Roadhouse
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| 5:00pm | Dinner at Cattleman’s Roadhouse |
| THURSDAY, October 17th | |
Breakfast Buffet Holiday Inn Express Danville
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| 8:00am – 8:15am | Driver Meeting Hotel Lobby |
| Immediately Following | Depart to White Hall State Historic Site
Nestled in rolling farmlands, the home near Richmond was built in the late 1700’s, with a major addition constructed in the 1860’s. Historic White Hall mansion, designed in Georgian and Italianate styles, boasts nearly 10,000 square feet with modern innovations of the time such as central heating and indoor plumbing. Come check this beautiful historic site out!
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| 10:00am – 11:00am | Arrive at White Hall State Historic Site
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| 11:15am– 12:00pm | Depart for Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant
The blue grass of Kentucky meets the rolling hills of Appalachia at the Historic Boone Tavern Hotel & Restaurant. Our storied hotel in Berea, KY is in its second century of providing guests with the pinnacle of southern hospitality and charm. The charisma seeps into the Dining Room as well. Our award-winning restaurant features the legendary cornbread souffle among other mouth-watering dishes that source Kentucky Proud ingredients.
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| 12:30pm-2:00pm | Arrive and Lunch at Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant
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| 2:00pm – 4:45pm | Depart for Old Town Artisan Village
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| 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Dinner at Apollo’s Pizza
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| 6:00pm | Depart for the Holiday Inn Express Danville
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| FRIDAY, October 18th | |
Breakfast Buffet Holiday Inn Express Danville
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| 8:15am | Driver’s Meeting in Hotel Lobby |
| Immediately Following | Depart for Rebecca Ruth Candy
The story of Rebecca-Ruth Candy begins in 1919 with two substitute school teachers, Ruth Hanly and Rebecca Gooch. After much praise from family and friends for chocolates they had given during Christmas, they decided they were better candy makers than substitute teachers. At the Frankfort Hotel, the two women rented the barroom and began making chocolates on a 12-foot curved marble table now called “Eda’s Table”.
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| 10:00am – 11:30am | Arrive at Rebecca Ruth Candy
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| 11:30am – 12:00pm | Depart for The Brown Barrell
The Brown Barrel name was developed in honor of beloved grandfather Winston Eugene Peace. He worked as a cooper making barrels for Bluegrass Cooperage, a division of Brown Forman, for more than 25 years. Midway has always been, and continues to be a wonderful blend of residents and travelers. By offering fine dining, fast casual options, grab-n-go food, and retail business. Come check out this tasty restaurant!
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| 12:00pm-1:00pm | Arrive at The Brown Barrel
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| 1:00pm-2:00pm | Depart for Old Friends Equine
Old Friends provides a dignified retirement to Thoroughbreds whose racing and breeding careers have come to an end. By promoting these one-time celebrated horses through a campaign of education and tourism, we hope to raise awareness of all equines in need.
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| 2:00pm-3:30pm | Arrive & Tour Old Friends Equine
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| 3:30pm | Depart for Holiday Inn Express Danville OR Enjoy free time on your own in Lexington/Versailles Area
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| SATURDAY, October 19th | |
| Breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Danville and Check Out | |
| Travel safely home and thank you for joining the MiM – KY 1 Lap 2019 | |
Registration is now closed
