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The University of Kentucky is excited to welcome the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) and its Environmental Health Sciences Core Centers (EHSCC) for the annual EHSCC meeting!
Registration Opens Soon! 

Celebrating NIEHS - 25 Years of Community Engagement  & Over 60 Years of Science!

Event Highlight: Monday Evening Opening Welcome Reception & Community Engagement Panel

Held at the historic Kentucky Theatre, a downtown Lexington architectural gem, the opening event celebrates Kentucky's vibrant culture and community spirit. The evening includes:

  • A community film showcasing Kentucky's resilience in the face of environmental challenges.
  • A panel discussion on environmental response and community bonds.
  • A networking reception showcasing a "Taste of Kentucky," featuring local favorites.
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Reserve your room now!

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Hilton Lexington/Downtown
369 West Vine Street, Lexington, KY - 40507

We are delighted to partner with the Hilton Lexington/Downtown and offer EHSCC attendees an exclusive discounted rate. Kindly note the reservation cut-off date is September 27, 2025. From your room, you can enjoy views of Triangle Park and downtown Lexington, placing you within easy walking distance of a diverse array of attractions and amenities.

The Hilton is conveniently located just 7.2 miles from Lexington Blue Grass Airport (LEX), with complimentary shuttle service provided to and from the airport for guests. Travel time from LEX to the hotel is approximately 12 minutes by car or shuttle.

For guests flying into larger international airports, both Louisville (SDF) and Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky (CVG) are nearby and offer a wider range of flight options. Louisville (SDF) is approximately 75 miles away, while Cincinnati (CVG) is around 83 miles away. Both are typically a 1.5-hour drive. Although Hilton does not offer shuttle service from these airports, Uber and Lyft are available, with one-way fares generally ranging from $120 to $180, based on traffic and ride availability.

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See all Lexington has to offer!

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Lexington, KY - Horse Capital of the World!

Horses, basketball, bluegrass and more—the best of Kentucky is right here in Lexington. Below are a few of our recommendations to make the most of your visit. 

Visit Lexington

Keeneland Race

Arrive early for the last Keeneland Race!

6 miles/14 mins to Downtown Lex

Visit Keeneland

The Kentucky Horse Park

The Kentucky Horse Park

8 miles/23 mins to Downtown Lex

Visit KY Horse Park

KY castle

The Kentucky Castle Tour

10 miles/20 mins to Downtown Lex

Visit KY Castle

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Horse Farm Tours

Kentucky's Horse Country is unique with horse farms in and surrounding Lexington!

Visit Horse Country

Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill

Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill

25 miles/35 mins to Downtown Lex 

Visit Shaker Village

Haunted Downtown Walking Tour

Haunted Downtown Walking Tour

Scariest ghost walks!

Visit Ghosts Tour

UK Library

Tour the University of Kentucky!

Kentucky's Flagship Institution

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Kroger field

Watch a UK Football Game!

Go Big Blue!

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