The Kentucky Derby Museum is also marking a record-breaking year, surpassing all previous attendance milestones. The museum welcomed an all-time high of 258,382 guests during the fiscal year 2024, which spanned from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024. This marked a 2.7% increase over the previous year’s record-setting numbers, solidifying the Kentucky Derby Museum’s status as one of the top cultural and sports destinations.

The Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory has also been a visitor hotspot, hosting over 310,000 visitors in 2023.

“Louisville is fortunate to have two museums within the top five spots on USAToday’s 10Best Readers’ Choice list of the Best Attractions for Sports Fans. We value the recognition and national exposure this accolade brings our city and appreciate their vital contributions in keeping our hospitality industry thriving,” said Cleo Battle, President and CEO of Louisville Tourism. “The museum attractions significantly benefit our hospitality industry and further cement Louisville’s status as a top cultural and sporting destination.”

For more information on USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, you can view the full list of Best Attractions for Sports Fans here: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-attraction-for-sports-fans-2024/

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