Grady Hotel

The Grady Hotel, located in Louisville, Kentucky, was constructed in 1883 and played an early role in the city’s industrial and cultural growth. The building originally housed the operations of J.B. Wilder, a prominent pharmacist who used the building to manufacture medicinal bourbon bitters and elixirs. In the 1920s, it became home to the Swann-Abram Hat Company, known for designing the distinctive hats worn at the Kentucky Derby. Now thoughtfully repurposed, the structure has been transformed into a 51-room boutique hotel that honors the building’s storied past while offering modern hospitality in the heart of downtown. Through the support of the federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit, the Grady Hotel contributes to the ongoing revitalization of Louisville, ensuring that its legacy continues to be part of the city’s future.