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American Cave Museum

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The American Cave Museum is a self-guided museum with two floors of exhibits and information about caves, groundwater and pollution. Located at Hidden River cave, you can take guided tours into the cave that descend 150 ft. underground.

Hear the history of the cave and view the remains of a turn of the century hydroelectric system. Guided cave tours leave hourly from the museum. Visit the website or call for a current schedule.

Contact Us: David G. Foster
Telephone:
(270) 786-1466
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 409
119 East Main St.
Horse Cave, KY 42749
E-Mail: acca@cavern.org
Website: www.cavern.org/hrc/museum.php

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Hours:
Daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Directions:
The American Cave Museum and Hidden River cave are located 2.2 miles east off I-65 at exit 58. Take Highway 218 and cross the railroad tracks. Pass the stoplight at the intersection of highway 218 and 31w. The American Cave Museum and Hidden River Cave are on the right.


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