![Kentucky State University was chartered in May 1886 as the State Normal School for Colored Persons, only the second state-supported institution of higher learning in Kentucky.[1] During the euphoria of Frankfort's 1886 centennial celebration, the city donated $1,500 towards the purchase of land for a new college on a bluff overlooking Frankfort.
The new school formally opened on October 11, 1887, with three teachers, 55 students, and John H. Jackson as president.[1] Recitation Hall (now Jackson Hall), the college's first permanent building, was erected in that year.
KSU became a land-grant college in 1890, and the departments of home economics, agriculture and mechanics were added to the school's curriculum.[1] The school produced its first graduating class of five students in the spring of that year. A high school was organized in 1893. This expansion continued into the 20th century in both name and program. In 1902, the name was changed to Kentucky Normal and Industrial Institute for Colored Persons. The name was changed again in 1926 to Kentucky State Industrial College for Colored Persons.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7262/80b239a0-cf4a-4e00-8ea0-fb6e64265ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1920&h=480&q=medium)
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The Delegate
106 E. Broadway Street Frankfort KY
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0.98 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $151 total per night
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Jan 22 - Jan 23
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Self parking and express check-out are also offered on site.
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Capital Plaza Hotel
405 Wilkinson Blvd Frankfort KY
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1.24 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $148 total per night
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Jan 20 - Jan 21
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. There's a gym on site, and laundry facilities and concierge services are also offered.
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Bluegrass Inn
635 Versailles Road Frankfort KY
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1.89 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $100 total per night
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Jan 20 - Jan 21
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Business travelers can take advantage of the business center. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and conveniences like a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities.
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lexington Frankfort
55 MILL ROAD Frankfort KY
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2.77 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $175 total per night
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Feb 7 - Feb 8
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like continental breakfast and free self parking.
Hampton Inn Frankfort
1310 U.S. 127 South Frankfort KY
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3.38 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $161 total per night
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Jan 22 - Jan 23
This hotel features a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like buffet breakfast and free self parking.
Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Mini Golf, Theater-Sleeps 28
Frankfort KY
3.68 mi from Kentucky State University
This vacation home features a gym and a hot tub. Families will appreciate the arcade/game room and onsite laundry facilities. Enjoy the sauna and conveniences like a garden and barbecue grills.
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Frankfort KY
5.92 mi from Kentucky State University
A water park and a hot tub are featured at this smoke-free vacation home. There's fun for all ages with a playground and an arcade/game room, and barbecue grills are available on site. Enjoy the gym and conveniences like a garden and laundry facilities.
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Bourbon Trail, Ark Encounter, Family Gatherings, WiFi, Cabin, Sleeps 29!
Bagdad KY
11.75 mi from Kentucky State University
This cabin features a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Families will appreciate the arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
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Best Western Lawrenceburg Inn
200 Plaza Dr Lawrenceburg KY
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12.61 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $136 total per night
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Jan 20 - Jan 21
This hotel features a gym and a seasonal outdoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like full breakfast and free self parking.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lexington W - Versailles by IHG
365 Commerce Drive Versailles KY
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12.76 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $90 total per night
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Feb 1 - Feb 2
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like full breakfast and free self parking.
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The Kentucky Castle
230 Pisgah Pike Versailles KY
15.31 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $276 total per night
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Jan 26 - Jan 27
This hotel features a full-service spa and a restaurant. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and perks like free self parking and free WiFi. A bar/lounge is provided and the front desk is staffed around-the-clock.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Georgetown, KY
131 Darby Dr Georgetown KY
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17.12 mi from Kentucky State University
The price is $86 total per night
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Jan 26 - Jan 27
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