Paris Celebrates Paris, France

Paris Celebrates Paris, France from July 11 - 31. Downtown Paris is Celebrating its connection to Paris, France. "Paris was named for Paris, Fr. in 1790 to conform to the county name, Bourbon," says Kellie Scott, Outreach Librarian at Paris - Bourbon County Public Library. According to The History of Bourbon County 1785-1865, by H.E. Everman, Paris, KY was first named Hopewell. The county was named Bourbon in appreciation of France's help in the American Revolution. James Garrard, several time governor of Kentucky, and Bourbon County resident, was of French descent and promoted the name.

Stores and businesses will be decorated in a Parisian theme. The new flower baskets look lovely and we will have Fleur de Leis flags throughout Downtown donated by White Horse Gallery and Maysville Community and Technical College Paris Extension. As part of our celebration many stores are running specials. Ardery's Antiques is running an "Ooh-La-La" Summer Sale from Tuesday, July 14th through Saturday, July 18th offering discounts up to 20% off in their "Made In Paris" store as well as the antiques store. White Horse Gallery will be having a sale on selected items on July 16, 17 and 18. Discoveries Antiques invites you to come see a wonderful collection of fine old prints of Paris France landmarks in their store window along with memorabilia from Paris, Kentucky. In addition they will be having up to 50% off sale on Bastille Day, July 14. Fister Sisters Bakery will offer breakfast and lunch specials, and other in-store specials during July. "Faites Du Shopping à Paris!"