I live three hours from Paducah, and I've been several times but just for a day trips. I always just stick to the main exhibits and what little booths are right next to them. I live very close to Franklin TN and Stitcher's Garden is all the fabric anybody would ever need, so much so that Hancock's did not impress me. Be sure to take a well charged camera, and an extra well-charged battery, and take lots of pictures. You can shop lots of places, but you'll never see these fabulous art quilts anywhere else, or ever again. Wear your most comfortable shoes. Be sure to stop by TJ Lane's silver thimble booth.