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<\/a>The Renaissance<\/h2>\n
The renaissance started in 2008 and continues. There are several contributing factors that spurred the downtown renaissance in Campbellsville<\/p>\n
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- New $25M Justice Center (Tower) – 2009<\/li>\n
- The $50M capital campaign at CU and completion of Ransdell Chapel Tower – 2007<\/li>\n
- Renovation of Merchant Tower (Gateway to Campbellsville) – 2008<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Not only do these buildings have commercial value, they are popular for owner-occupied lofts or apartments.<\/p>\n
Cultural<\/h2>\n
Cities are defined by what happens downtown.\u00a0 And, Downtown’s are the center of activity including:<\/p>\n
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- Economic<\/li>\n
- Social<\/li>\n
- Cultural<\/li>\n
- Political<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The same is true for Downtown Campbellsville which is the only city in the county.<\/p>\n
Learn, Earn, Live<\/h2>\n
The “Learn, Earn, Live” campaign signifies Downtown Campbellsville’s mission to promote higher education, create jobs, and define a lifestyle.<\/p>\n
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- Nearly 100 new jobs in retail and restaurant were added downtown in 2008-2010<\/li>\n
- Expanded Art & Science programs at CU include business, teaching, and nursing (enrollment 3,000+)<\/li>\n
- Expansion of the Taylor Regional Hospital (surgical and trauma) employing 800 people<\/li>\n
- An OC-96 fiber optic data line links Downtown Campbellsville to the Internet backbone thus allowing professionals to work in rural areas while still being connected at high speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nThe triad logo above is inspired by the unique “heart” shape of the Taylor County which (not so coincidentally)\u00a0 is also the geographical center of Kentucky.<\/p>\n
Live Life<\/h2>\n
In the 100-300 block of Main Street, you’ll find several retailers and shops that cater to life’s celebrations.<\/p>\n
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- Weddings, Receptions<\/li>\n
- Reunions, Anniversaries<\/li>\n
- Parties<\/li>\n
- Pageants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Eat, Dine, Shop<\/h2>\n
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- Market Off Main – A farmer’s market at the corner of Main Street and Court Street – an agritourism project by the local merchants on Main Street<\/li>\n
- Car Club shows – Hot rods, classic cars gather in front of a\u00a050’s diner.<\/li>\n
- Motorcycle events – Drive byes, drive through<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nMusic and Entertainment<\/h2>\n
Campbellsville has a vibrant community of musicians, singers, and songwriters.<\/p>\n
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- Music Off Main – Outdoor festival featuring singers and bands<\/li>\n
- Singers\/Musicians play for audiences at festivals and in restaurants<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nArt and Culture<\/h2>\n
Downtown Campbellsville is home to many artists and artisans.<\/p>\n
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- Art Off Main – Outdoor festival and progressive gallery featuring local artisans<\/li>\n
- Tour local artists and photographers as they display their crafts in downtown shops and galleries<\/li>\n
- Actors perform for special theater events at CU’s performing arts theater<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Sports, Fitness and Recreation<\/h2>\n
Downtown Campbellsville stays busy with sports for athletes and fans.\u00a0 Here, sports are year round.<\/p>\n
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- College Sports – All major college sports on CU’s campus<\/li>\n
- Facilities – New stadiums, track & field, and lighting (university, schools, and city)<\/li>\n
- Gyms\u00a0– YMCA facility and new ball fields are in the works<\/li>\n
- Green River Trails<\/a>\u00a0– Downtown Campbellsville is the trailhead for run, walk, and bike activities<\/li>\n
- Central Loop Trail\u00a0– A 5K\/3.1 loop runs through Main Street, historical homes, city lake, and Miller Park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Central Loop Trail\u00a0– A 5K\/3.1 loop runs through Main Street, historical homes, city lake, and Miller Park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n