Discover Louisville’s hidden history with a one-hour walk through Riverside’s outbuildings and archaeological sites. Led by expert guides, this tour brings the past to life in a way you won't forget.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; leisurely pace
Wildlife
History
Farnsley-Moremen Landing was a working farm in the 19th century, now preserved as a historic site illustrating Louisville’s agricultural past.
Conservation
The site emphasizes preservation of historic structures and encourages sustainable tourism, ensuring these stories and landmarks remain for future generations.
Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing
Discover Louisville’s hidden history with a one-hour walk through Riverside’s outbuildings and archaeological sites. Led by expert guides, this tour brings the past to life in a way you won't forget.
Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing preserves and interprets a historic riverfront farm and the 1837 Farnsley-Moremen House in Louisville, Kentucky. The site offers guided house tours, one-hour walking tours of outbuildings and grounds, hands-on archaeology experiences, and family activity boxes designed to engage visitors of all ages. Programs include a focused exploration of African American history led by historian Teresa Lee and an archaeology field experience led by archaeologist Lori Stahlgren, along with docent-led tours that highlight ongoing archaeological findings.
Visitors can join excavations to learn field techniques, participate in discovery-based exercises from the Family Hands-On History Adventure Box, or take timed tours that explore life in the 1840s and 1880s through preserved rooms and period interpretation. The property emphasizes archaeology as a tool to reveal untold stories and to deepen understanding of everyday life for enslaved and free people connected to the farm.
Riverside maintains a schedule of public programs and specialty experiences that accommodate families and adults. Interpretive staff and volunteers provide contextual information during tours and digs, helping guests connect artifacts and landscape features to documented histories. As a public historic site in Louisville, Riverside collaborates with historians and archaeologists to present research-informed experiences. Information about scheduled trips, reservations, accessibility, and family resources is available through the site's programs listing and partners.
Tours and programs are suitable for history enthusiasts, school groups, and casual visitors seeking hands-on learning. Advance booking is recommended for specialty digs and facilitated programs to ensure staffing and site preparation. See current program calendar.
Location
Louisville, KY
Historic site and grounds
Historic House
1837
Farnsley-Moremen House preserved
On-site Experts
Historian & Archaeologist
Teresa Lee and Lori Stahlgren
Tours Offered
5 experiences
House, walks, digs, family box
Reserve a guided tour, join an archaeology dig, or pick up the Family Hands-On History Adventure Box — bookings recommended.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
The tour involves walking through uneven historical terrain and farm areas, so sturdy footwear is recommended.
Bring a water bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially during warmer months when the tour takes place outdoors.
Dress for the weather
Check the forecast and wear appropriate clothing, as the tour is conducted outside in all seasons.
Arrive early
Getting there a few minutes before start time ensures a prompt start and time to settle in.
Comfortable walking shoes
Sturdy footwear helps make the uneven terrain and historic floors more comfortable and safe.
Hat and sun protection
Protects against the sun during outdoor tour segments in warmer months.
summer
Layered clothing
Dressing in layers allows adjustment for changing weather conditions.
all
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while walking through outdoor areas around the site.