Today is National Kentucky Day

If you or someone you love lives in Kentucky, today is a day to celebrate as it is National Kentucky Day, so gather the children you love and let's learn about some of their silly laws and some interesting facts about Kentucky - did you know . . . 

• It’s illegal to fish with a bow and arrow.
• A woman may not buy a hat without her husband’s permission.
• Ducklings cannot be dyed blue and legally sold unless there are six or more for sale at the same time.
• You cannot legally carry ice cream in your pocket.
• You can hunt a whale in Kentucky, from a moving vehicle. 

You will find more of their laws at this link. Now for some interesting facts about Kentucky - did you know . . .

• Archaeologists have discovered at least six cultures from Kentucky which spanned 13000 B.C. to 1650 A.D. 
• Kentucky is recognized for its unique culture, which includes horse racing, bourbon, moonshine, and coal.
• The northern cardinal is the state bird of Kentucky.
• Kentucky's Mammoth Cave is known as the largest cave system in the world.
• Kentucky has more bourbon barrels than people.
• President Abraham Lincoln was born in Kentucky.
• It is known as the Blue Grass State.

You will find out more about Kentucky at this link. Happy National Kentucky Day!