Bowling green

Bowling Green is a term used in the sport of lawn bowls, referring to the playing surface where the game is conducted. The term is also used to name various cities and towns, most notably Bowling Green, Kentucky and Bowling Green, Ohio in the United States.

Lawn Bowls

In the sport of lawn bowls, a bowling green is a finely manicured grass or synthetic surface on which the game is played. The green is divided into rinks for individual games. The surface is maintained to be extremely flat and even, to allow the biased bowls to travel in a predictable curve.

Bowling Green, Kentucky

Bowling Green, Kentucky is a city in the United States, known for being the home of the Corvette car manufacturing plant and the Western Kentucky University. The city was established in 1798 and has a rich history, with many historic buildings and sites.

Bowling Green, Ohio

Bowling Green, Ohio is another city in the United States, home to the Bowling Green State University. The city is known for its vibrant arts scene and its commitment to environmental sustainability.

Other Uses

The term bowling green is also used to name other towns and cities in the United States, as well as parks, estates, and even a massacre that was erroneously reported by Kellyanne Conway in 2017.