Inaugural Bardstown Scarecrow Trail to showcase local creativity this fall

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The Stephen Foster Drama Association is inviting residents and visitors to experience a new fall tradition with the debut of the Bardstown Scarecrow Trail.

The free drive-thru event showcases scarecrow creations from across the community at The Stephen Foster Story Amphitheater.

Running daily from Sept. 26 through Nov. 15, the trail will feature dozens of scarecrows designed by local businesses, schools, artists and organizations. The event is open until dusk and aims to highlight Bardstown’s artistic spirit while supporting the nonprofit’s mission to promote live theater and the arts in Kentucky.

“Bringing people together is at the heart of what we do at the amphitheater,” Johnny Warren, executive artistic director of the Stephen Foster Story and the Stephen Foster Drama Association, said in a news release Friday. “The Scarecrow Trail is our way of combining art, creativity and fall fun for everyone in our community to enjoy.”

Guests visiting the trail will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite scarecrows between Oct. 6 and Nov. 7, with winners announced in multiple categories.

While admission is free, donations to the Stephen Foster Drama Association are encouraged to help fund future programming.

To learn more, or for information about sponsoring a scarecrow, click here.

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