THE DESIGN CONCEPT
The Kentucky Memorial for the Unborn is a contemplative, healing and living garden.
The concept is based on a modern interpretation of the historic Wailing Wall in Jerusalem. The native limestone and granite wall emerges from the enfolding landscape and sweeps along a graceful arc forming a subtle enclosure. A biblical passage begins the experience along the wall where names and messages are inscribed.
The dark granite memorial wall transforms into a sweeping native stone wall which forms a womb like enclosure. Within this enclosure a bronze statue of Rachel resides.
ADDRESS AND HOURS OF OPERATION
The memorial is located at 215 East Main Street, Frankfort, Ky, 40601. Travel time to the Lexington Bluegrass Airport via US 60 is approximately 25 minutes and to the Louisville International Airport is approximately 1 hour via I-64/I-264.
Hours of operation:
April – September: 8:00am – 7:30pm
October – March: 8:00am – 5:30pm
From the entrance of Frankfort Cemetery, follow the directional signs all the way to the back of the cemetery, turn right onto the newly paved drive ending in a cul-de-sac. The memorial is on the right side of the cul-de-sac facing the river and the Capitol Building.
