Richmond boasts more than 100 site listings on the National Historic Register and three recognized Historic Districts. Richmond's lovely downtown area, characterized by antique shops and historic buildings, is among Kentucky's finest restored commercial districts from the 19th century. Richmond, KY also has the distinction as a National Main Street Community.

Well-known historical figures, such as Christopher "Kit" Carson, Daniel Boone and abolitionist Cassius Marcellus Clay have called Richmond home. Daniel Boone's outpost site, in Fort Boonesborough State Park, provides an in-depth look into the past. The park is home to a delightful reconstruction of Daniel Boone's fort. Found along the banks of the Kentucky River, employees regularly reenact scenes that likely took place during Daniel Boone's time there. These include dipping candles, making soap, pottery turning and welding. Other areas of the park offer beaches, campsites, nature trails and two gift shops. Fort Boonesborough State Park is an intriguing place that keeps visitors returning year after year.

Interesting sites such as the Kentucky Law Enforcement Memorial and White Hall State Historic Site, a Georgian-style house built by Cassius Clay in the 1860's, are among the stops found along the Richmond Downtown Walking Tour of Homes. There is also a driving tour that follows the Civil War sites along the "Battle of Richmond". Other popular places to go in Richmond, KY include Deer Run Stables, Richmond Raceway and the Blue Grass Army Depot. The Depot is a massive, 15,000-acre facility used to store ammunition and chemical equipment for the Armed Forces.

Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) is the pride and joy of Richmond. In addition to providing students with a fine education, EKU offers several facilities and programs to the community of Richmond. These include the EKU Greenhouse, Meadowbrook Farm, the monument to Daniel Boone, Hummel Planetarium and the Community and Workforce Education Program. Seasonal sporting events at EKU also bring the community together to cheer on the college teams.

Additional colleges in the area include the University of Kentucky and Lexington Community College. Lexington-Fayette is approximately 25 miles outside of Richmond. Statistics show that more than 25% of Richmond's residents over the age of 25 have earned their bachelor's or advanced college degree.

Richmond, Kentucky offers a laid back southern lifestyle and a wealth of friendly neighbors. Richmond is a vibrant community with just the right blend of history and progress to be the ideal place to raise a family.