The Thinker, Louisville

Name: The Thinker
Address: 2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, 40208-1838, United States

#171 among attractions in Louisville

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The Thinker is a bronze sculpture by Auguste Rodin, usually placed on a stone pedestal. The work depicts a nude male figure of heroic size sitting on a rock. He is seen leaning over, his right elbow placed on his left thigh, holding the weight of his chin on the back of his right hand. The pose is one of deep thought and contemplation, and the statue is often used as an image to represent philosophy. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°12'54"N, 85°45'37"W

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2301 S 3rd StCentral Louisville (University)Louisville 40208-1838 United States

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Day trips

The Thinker – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Churchill Downs, The Filson Historical Society, Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, Kentucky Derby Museum.

1 miSW
Legendary horse-racing track
Churchill Downs, Louisville
26 min walk • Churchill Downs, located in the vibrant city of Louisville, Kentucky, stands as an iconic landmark in the world of horse racing. This legendary racecourse, known for its rich history and tradition, is the hallowed ground of the Kentucky Derby, often referred to as "The...
1.2 miN
Museum, Historical place, Architecture
The Filson Historical Society, Louisville
31 min walk • The Filson Historical Society, founded in 1884, is a privately supported historical society located at 1310 South 3rd Street in Louisville, Kentucky.
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, Louisville
17 min walk • Cardinal Stadium, formerly known as Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, is a football stadium located in Louisville, Kentucky, United States, on the southern end of the campus of the University of Louisville.
0.9 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Kentucky Derby Museum, Louisville
23 min walk • The Kentucky Derby Museum is an American Thoroughbred horse racing museum located on the grounds of Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
1.4 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Freedom Hall, Louisville
37 min walk • Freedom Hall is a multi-purpose arena in Louisville, Kentucky, on the grounds of the Kentucky Exposition Center, which is owned by the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
1.1 miN
Park, Historic walking areas
Central Park, Louisville
28 min walk • Central Park is a 17-acre municipal park maintained by the city of Louisville, Kentucky. Located in the Old Louisville neighborhood, it was originally the country estate of the DuPont Family.
~1030 ftN
Museum, Public art, Art museum
Speed Art Museum, Louisville
5 min walk • The Speed Art Museum, originally known as the J.B. Speed Memorial Museum, now colloquially referred to as the Speed by locals, is the oldest, largest, and foremost museum of art in Kentucky.
1 miN
Museum, Historical place, Specialty museum
The Conrad-Caldwell House Museum, Louisville
26 min walk • The St. James–Belgravia Historic District, within Old Louisville, was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. It comprises St. James Court and Belgravia Court. It is bordered to the north by Louisville's Central Park. The area was the site of the Southern Exposition and now hosts the St.
1.5 miSE
Convention center, Fair, Event space
Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville
39 min walk • The Kentucky Exposition Center, is a large multi-use facility in Louisville, Kentucky, United States. Originally built in 1956.
0.6 miS
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Holy Name, Louisville
16 min walk • Holy Name Church Rectory, Convent and School is a historic church at 2920 and 2914 S. 3rd Street and 2911 and 2921 S. 4th Street in Louisville, Kentucky. It was built in 1902 and added to the National Register in 1982.
1.2 miNE
Church
St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church, Louisville
32 min walk • St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic Church is a historic church at 1024-1028 E. Burnett Street in Louisville, Kentucky. It was completed in 1915 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Thinker?

Nearby attractions include Ekstrom Library, Louisville (3 min walk), Speed Art Museum, Louisville (5 min walk), Holy Name, Louisville (16 min walk), South Louisville, Louisville (16 min walk).

How to get to The Thinker by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Thinker:

Bus

Eastern Parkway / Speed School • Lines: 29East Bardstown Rd, 29East Oxmoor, 29West Bardstown Rd, 29West Oxmoor, 2North, 2South (3 min walk)
3rd / Ekstrom Library • Lines: 2South (4 min walk)