The Kentucky Museum of American Pocketknives and the Kentucky September 11th Memorial give Radcliff distinctive cultural highlights. There are also opportunities to observe nature and get active at Saunders Springs Nature Preserve.

Pocket Knives and an Unusual Landmark

The Kentucky Museum of American Pocketknives displays items, knives, documents, pictures, and artifacts from W. R. Case and Sons Cutlery.

The museum is also home to the world’s largest pocketknife, whose record has been confirmed by the Guinness Book of Records. It weighs over 6,000 pounds, has a 20-foot-long handle, and a 17.5-foot-long blade.

The Kentucky September 11th Memorial

The memorial’s design combines different materials and forms of remembrance. A 16-foot-long beam from the World Trade Center is mounted on a 6-foot-tall granite column. The back wall is made of limestone blocks recovered from the Pentagon after the attack.

Black granite walls display images of September 11 and list the names of Kentucky service members who died overseas during the War on Terror.

Events with Different Focuses

Bourbon & Blades is an annual concert event that brings pocket knives and the Kentucky Bourbon Trail together. The concert format sets Bourbon & Blades apart from the museum’s collection pieces. Limited-edition commemorative knives are offered in connection with Bourbon & Blades in 2026.

Another annual event is the Memorial Day ceremony at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery-Central in Radcliff. It honors people who died while serving in the U.S. military. If you want to plan a trip around a specific event date, check the date for that year in advance.

Nature Watching and Activities at Saunders Springs Nature Preserve

Saunders Springs Nature Preserve offers opportunities for nature watching, hiking, biking, fishing, and picnicking, as well as historical interpretation. The city describes the 103-acre preserve as a densely wooded landscape with steep terrain. An accessible trail runs through mature deciduous forest and past a waterfall; additional trails circle a lake. Use of the preserve and annex is free. Choose your route based on whether you want to explore the forest, waterfall, or lake. If you need an accessible trail, check with the city in advance to find out which access point and route are suitable for your needs. Allow enough time, wear appropriate footwear, and bring weather-appropriate gear for longer trails over steep terrain. Check current use rules and any trail closures before your visit. Coordinate your visit to the preserve with the museums’ opening hours if you want to combine nature and culture on the same day.

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