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River Discovery Center, Paducah

4.4

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• By Joe N

  We were told about the riverboat Museum by friends who said: this museum is a great way to spend a couple of hours reminiscing. For those of us who remember the riverboats, [I am from the Cincinnati a...  more »

• By mcbr

  Most of the museum was in less than perfect condition and several exhibits were not functioning, but the riverboat captain experience made up for everything. What fun!  more »

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• By Trevor Brashier

  If you know someone who works on the river, this is a must. For a child whose parent works on a towboat, it would be perfect. The boat pilot simulator far exceeded expectations as well as the 15 minute film that is shown in an actual theater right there in the building. The upstairs is a fully decorated turn of the century "old south" reconstruction era parlor. The host could not have been more gracious. We stayed about an hour and I am glad we went.

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• By Sherie Loverkamp

  We came here with my sons class on a field trip. I was pleasantly surprised to experience this place. I had no idea this place existed in Paducah. I highly recommend taking your kids here. Adults will enjoy too. Lots of great river history.

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