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SUMMARY:McDowell Night at the Norton Center
DESCRIPTION:This special evening will include a chautauqua performance highlighting the significant impact of early American statesman and Revolutionary War officer Samuel McDowell\, known as the “Son of Virginia\, Father of Kentucky.” McDowell presided over nine of the 10 constitutional conventions held in Danville from 1784-1792\, leading to Kentucky’s separation from Virginia. He was also the father of Dr. Ephraim McDowell\, a pioneering surgeon who performed the first successful ovariotomy in 1809 in Danville.\nDuring the McDowell Night events\, the original copy of Kentucky’s constitution will be on display\, along with historic political papers and meeting minutes from the constitutional conventions. In addition\, the Norton Center’s own exhibit – titled “Be The People” – will also be on display.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/mcdowell-night-at-the-norton-center
LOCATION:Norton Center for the Arts\, 600 W Walnut Street\, Danville\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Candace Arnold":MAILTO:candace@historicdanvilleky.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260512T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260512T150000
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Imagine stepping through Waveland’s front door on a quiet Tuesday afternoon. The house feels unhurried. China clinks softly\, tea steam curls upward\, and the long windows let in that particular Kentucky light that makes everything glow just a little warmer. Guests enjoy a three-course tea service\, period dressed interpreters\, and a guided mansion tour—all set within one of Kentucky’s most beloved historic homes. Call the park for reservations.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-tuesday-7
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lashe Mullins":MAILTO:lashe.mullins@ky.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260512T200000
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SUMMARY:A French Marquis in the New World: Lafayette and the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:When Lafayette offered his sincere support for the American cause\, he set the stage for a French alliance. He set sail for America in early 1777 and proceeded to General Washington’s camp. The two stuck up a friendship: Lafayette admired Washington’s leadership and became a became a valued member of Washington’s close-knit military family\, while Washington saw Lafayette as a close confident and adopted son\, impressed with his dedication and courage. Lafayette even spent the harsh winter of 1777-78 with Washington and his men at Valley Forge. \nAt age 23\, Lafayette played a crucial role in the 1781 Siege of Yorktown\, serving as a division commander under Washington to trap British General Cornwallis. From the heights of Malvern Hill\, Lafayette and his men surrounded the British force at Yorktown\, holding them until reinforcements arrived\, thus aiding in securing an end to the American Revolution. Lafayette returned to France where he continued to fight for liberty and equality for all mankind\, in the midst of the French Revolution. He returned to the US in 1824 for a grand tour in which the people of every city he visited greeted him with cheers and exuberant celebrations. In May 1825\, he visited Shelbyville\, KY. \nThe speaker for this program\, Julien Pierre Icher\, is a 32-year-old French national\, Founder\, and President of The Lafayette Trail\, Inc. (lafayette250.org). He is a graduate of the Ecole Normale Supérieure de Lyon\, one of the few French Grandes Ecoles. Julien is the host and director of Follow The Frenchmen\, a YouTube-based not-for-profit web series produced by The Lafayette Trail\, Inc. exploring and interpreting the significance of Lafayette’s legacy\, in particular the Frenchman’s tour of the U.S. in 1824-1825. Over the past few years\, he has given over 115 lectures\, primarily about Lafayette and the Farewell Tour. \nThhe With Liberty & Justice For All speaker series was created by the Shelby County Historical Society and the Countdown to USA 250! Committee. The SAR (Sons of the American Revolution\, Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter)\, DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution\, Isaac Shelby Chapter)\, and the Painted Stone Settlers\, Inc. are partnering with the Shelby County Historical Society to present this series of four programs. These 250th programs were made possible by a generous anonymous donor. \nPrograms are free and open to the public. Appetizers served from 6 – 6:30 pm. \nCelebrating 250 years of history in Shelby County\, Kentucky!
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/a-french-marquis-in-the-new-world-lafayette-and-the-american-revolution
LOCATION:Wakefield-Scearce Galleries\, 525 Washington St.\, Shelbyville
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen McKinney":MAILTO:director@shelbykyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260515T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260515T233000
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SUMMARY:2026 Night at the Frazier
DESCRIPTION:Night at the Frazier returns May 15\, 2026\, as a star-spangled gala celebrating Red\, White & Bluegrass in honor of America’s 250th anniversary! This signature annual event invites our community to gather for an unforgettable evening at the Frazier Kentucky History Museum to celebrate our state’s culture and heritage while supporting the museum’s mission to inspire\, engage\, and educate by connecting the past with the present to shape the future. \nThe evening brings together supporters\, partners\, and friends of the museum for a dynamic experience that reflects the spirit of Kentucky through thoughtfully curated food and cocktails\, live entertainment\, immersive gallery experiences\, and opportunities to engage with the museum’s work in education\, preservation\, and cultural connection. \nAttire is semi-formal. The theme is “Red\, White\, & Bluegrass”—so think stars and stripes\, bold reds and blues\, crisp whites\, and a little sparkle for good measure! \nVIP: 5:30 p.m.–Midnight \n· Extended cocktail hour\n· Plated dinner and open bar\n· Live & silent auction\n· Presentation of the Owsley Brown Frazier Award\n· Mission moment in support of the museum\n· Includes Party access \nParty: 8 p.m.–Midnight \n· Museum gallery access\n· Bourbon tastings from distillers such as Dark Arts\, Horse Soldier\, and Larrikin; cocktails\, and open bar\n· Grazing style small plates\n· Music and dancing with a live performance by V-Groove\n· Silent auction and Bourbon pull\n· Kentucky karaoke and themed activations \nSecure your tickets at fraziermuseum.org/night-at-the-frazier!
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/2026-night-at-the-frazier
LOCATION:Frazier Kentucky History Museum\, 829 W. Main St.\, Louisville
CATEGORIES:Arts,City and Town Happenings,Education,Exhibits,Festivals,Food,Fundraisers,History,Museums,Music and Concerts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Simon Meiners":MAILTO:smeiners@fraziermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260516T210000
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SUMMARY:Madisonville Salutes
DESCRIPTION:Madisonville Salutes 2026 is a day to honor\, reflect\, and connect. Madisonville City Park will be filled with military displays\, first responder units\, vendors\, and the unwavering spirit of service that binds us all. \nThis patriotic\, family-friendly celebration honors our military service members\, veterans\, first responders\, and their families\, bringing the community together for a meaningful day of gratitude and togetherness. A powerful highlight will be The Traveling Vietnam Wall with Cost of Freedom\, Traveling Korean Memorial\, Traveling WWII Memorial\, & Traveling 1st Responder Memorial \, which will provide a moving space for reflection and remembrance. \nAlongside the tributes\, guests will enjoy live entertainment\, tournaments and activities\, kids’ inflatables and games\, food and craft vendors\, and a fireworks show that will close the day in celebration of our shared freedom. \nJoin us for this very special day!
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/madisonville-salutes
LOCATION:Madisonville City Park\, 800 McCoy Avenue\, Madisonville\, KY\, 42431\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Daves":MAILTO:bnewman@visitmadisonvilleky.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260517T200000
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SUMMARY:The Beattyville Appalachian Memories Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Beattyville Appalachian Memories Festival (BAM) celebrates the people\, stories\, skills\, and traditions that shaped Appalachian life. Held in historic downtown Beattyville\, at the confluence of the North and South Forks of the Kentucky River\, this festival honors generations of knowledge passed down through families and communities. \nFrom homesteading and self-reliance skills to distilling and moonshine history\, Appalachian culture was built on ingenuity\, hard work\, and making do with what the land provided. Early distilling—both legal and illicit—played a vital role in the region’s economy and survival\, while crafts like quilting\, blacksmithing\, woodworking\, and food preservation sustained families for generations. \nThe festival brings these traditions to life through demonstrations\, storytelling\, live music\, local food\, and hands-on heritage experiences\, creating an authentic celebration of Appalachian resilience and community. \nStorytelling is at the heart of the festival\, with scheduled sessions and special guest appearances\, including cast members from the Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners and other heritage voices who help bring Appalachian history and culture to life through personal stories and shared experiences. \nHillbilly BikeFest is a high-energy Saturday feature of the Beattyville Appalachian Memories Festival\, drawing motorcycle enthusiasts from across the region. The day centers around FRYDADDY’S Old School Bike Show for Charity\, a celebrity-judged\, open-class motorcycle show inspired by the large rally events like Sturgis. All bike styles and builds are welcome\, and judging is done blindly\, keeping the focus on craftsmanship and originality. Special appearances by well-known Moonshiners personalities add to the excitement\, creating a lively atmosphere that brings a strong\, engaged crowd to Main Street. Proceeds from the bike show benefit Shriners Hospital for Children. \nThe afternoon continues with the annual Shiners for Shriners Charity Ride\, a guided group ride along the Moonshine Trail through some of the best riding roads in eastern Kentucky. This ride has become a favorite tradition\, combining Appalachian backroads\, community camaraderie\, and a good cause. One hundred percent of the proceeds support Shriners Hospital for Children in partnership with the Lee County Shrine Club. \nBikefest Event Details Here: Link \nAppalachian Motorcycle Group Details Here: Link \nCheck out the Moonshine Trail for stops around eastern Kentucky for tastings and more! \nThis festival blends heritage\, music\, storytelling\, and community into one unforgettable Appalachian experience\, right in the heart of Beattyville. \nWe are now accepting vendors\, demonstrators\, exhibitors\, and storytellers for the Beattyville Appalachian Memories Festival\, taking place May 15–16\, 2026\, in historic downtown Beattyville\, Kentucky—at the birthplace of the Kentucky River. \nIf you have a skill\, a craft\, or a story rooted in Appalachian tradition\, or know someone who does\, we would love to hear from you. \nhttps://www.appalachianmemoriesfest.com \n📩 Questions? Contact:\nTeresa Mays | tmays@beattyville.org | 606-567-7703\nDedra Brandenburg | visitleecountyky@gmail.com | 606-464-5038 \nEvent management includes Beattyville Main Street & Lee County Tourism.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/the-beattyville-appalachian-memories-festival
LOCATION:Beattyville Town Square\, 204 Main Street\, Beattyville
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Authors,Cars,City and Town Happenings,Education,Exhibits,Festivals,Food,History,Kids and Family,Museums,Music and Concerts,Performing Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dedra Brandenburg":MAILTO:visitleecountyky@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260528T130000
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea and Talk - "Kentucky Revolutionary Wav Patriots Everyone Should Know"
DESCRIPTION:Sam Terry – “Kentucky Revolutionary War Patriots Everyone Should Know.”\nThis program offers a look at the men and women whose courage and determination shaped the creation of our country as well as frontier Kentucky. Historian Sam Terry will offer glimpses into the lives of some legendary and some often-forgotten heroes and their contributions to Kentucky’s unique culture and history. Elmwood Inn Tea and savories\, scones and sweets included. Call the park for reservations.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-and-talk-kentucky-revolutionary-wav-patriots-everyone-should-know
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lashe Mullins":MAILTO:lashe.mullins@ky.gov
GEO:37.9707765;-84.5367696
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260605T170000
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SUMMARY:Antique tractor and machinery show
DESCRIPTION:Display of tractors\, hit and miss engines and old farm machinery with demonstrations. Antique cars and trucks welcome. Food and drinks available. lodging available. Will be parts and craft vendors on site. No fee to enter or show or sell. This is a trophy free event.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/antique-tractor-and-machinery-show
LOCATION:Pendleton County Fairgrounds\, 320 Fairgrounds road\, Falmouth\, KY\, 41040\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doug Reis":MAILTO:lvamaclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260606T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T194023Z
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SUMMARY:Antique tractor and machinery show
DESCRIPTION:Display of tractors\, hit and miss engines and old farm machinery with demonstrations. Antique cars and trucks welcome. Food and drinks available. lodging available. Will be parts and craft vendors on site. No fee to enter or show or sell. This is a trophy free event.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/june-6
LOCATION:Pendleton County Fairgrounds\, 320 Fairgrounds road\, Falmouth\, KY\, 41040\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doug Reis":MAILTO:lvamaclub@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260609T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260609T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
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SUMMARY:The Last of the Mohicans & How I Survived the French & Indian War
DESCRIPTION:James Fenimore Cooper’s novel The Last of the Mohicans\, set in 1757 and based on the fall of Fort William Henry in the French and Indian War\, represents the birth of American literature. The movie became Hollywood’s most recreated epic about the frontier wilderness and in 1991\, Ted Franklin Belue worked as an extra on the set. For this program he will present an overview and influence of Cooper’s work\, then discuss the madcap phantasmagorical world that he lived in on a Hollywood film set – a genuine\, two-month survival enduro. \nTed Franklin Belue began his professional career as a lecturer at Murray State University\, has been a staff writer for Muzzleloader magazine\, a member of speakers’ bureau for Kentucky Humanities Council\, a History Channel technical and script consultant and commentator\, performed as an “extra” for the television broadcasts River Pirates and Frontier Medicine (both for History Channel); a public lecturer and historical consultant. He is the 2021 winner of the Western Writers of America’s prestigious Spur Award. As an author\, he has written numerous books including “Finding Daniel Boone\,” “The Hunters of Kentucky” and “The Long Hunt.” Belue edited Lyman Draper’s “Life of Daniel Boone” and has published more than 100 essays in trade and scholarly publications. He has served as a consultant/commentator for the INSP Network’s “Wild Americans” and Outdoor Channel’s “SHOOTING USA\,” History Channel\, A&E\, BBC\, NBC\, and NPR. \nThe With Liberty & Justice For All speaker series was created by the Shelby County Historical Society and the Countdown to USA 250! Committee. The SAR (Sons of the American Revolution\, Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter)\, DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution\, Isaac Shelby Chapter)\, Painted Stone Settlers\, Inc.\, and the Shelby County Public Library are partnering with the Shelby County Historical Society to present this series of four programs\, this being the final one. These 250th programs were made possible by a generous anonymous donor. \nPrograms are free and open to the public. \nCelebrating 250 years of history in Shelby County\, Kentucky!
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/the-last-of-the-mohicans-how-i-survived-the-french-indian-war
LOCATION:Carnegie Library Center\, 731 College St.\, Shelbyville\, 40065\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Helen McKinney":MAILTO:director@shelbykyhistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260616T203000
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SUMMARY:The Legacy of York
DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 16 to commemorate York\, a key member of the Lewis and Clark expedition\, and the enslaved Black servant to William Clark. A good portion of his life was spent at Mulberry Hill\, the childhood home of Clark\, now known as George Rogers Clark Park. We will gather at the Lodge of the park as part of the city’s Juneteenth celebration to pay tribute to this American explorer. There will be tours\, talks\, singing\, and poetry readings with special guests; sculptor Ed Hamilton\, poet Frank X Walker\, Louisville Juneteenth Jubilee Commission member Dr. John Chenault\, the Filson’s Jim Holmberg\, Sankofa singers\, and more. This free program is offered in partnership between the Frazier Kentucky History Museum\, Filson Historical Society\, Kentucky Center for African American Heritage\, Roots101\, Louisville Parks and Recreation\, and the Louisville Juneteenth Jubilee Commission. \nABOUT THE PROGRAM \nThe Legacy of York\nTuesday\, June 16\, 2026\n6–8:30 p.m. \nGeorge Rogers Clark Park\n1024 Thruston Ave.\n(Enter by Tennis Courts) \nAdmission: Free (no RSVP required) \nRundown of Evening \n· 6 p.m. Outside at picnic tables. The Filson’s Dr. Jackie Hudson introduces historian Jim Holmberg\, who leads a tour of the park and highlights connections to York.\n· 6:30 p.m. Inside the Lodge. The Frazier’s Mick Sullivan introduces audience to the park and connections to York.\n· 6:35 p.m. Inside the Lodge. Dr. John Chenault speaks about the importance of Juneteenth.\n· 6:40 p.m. Inside the Lodge. The Frazier’s Rachel Platt introduces sculptor Ed Hamilton.\n· 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. Inside the Lodge. Ed Hamilton talks about York.\n· 7:15 to 7:30 p.m. Outside at picnic tables. Roots101’s Lamont Collins introduces Sankofa singers.\n· 7:30 p.m. Outside at picnic tables. KCAAH’s Aukram Burton introduces poet Frank X Walker.\n· 7:30 to 8 p.m. Outside at picnic tables. Poet Frank X Walker performs.\n· 8 p.m. Outside at picnic tables. The Filson’s Dr. Jackie Hudson introduces historian Jim Holmberg\, who leads a second tour of the park.\n· 8:30 p.m. Evening ends.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/the-legacy-of-york
LOCATION:George Rogers Clark Park\, 1024 Thruston Ave.\, Louisville
CATEGORIES:Arts,Education,Exhibits,History,Kids and Family,Museums,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Simon Meiners":MAILTO:smeiners@fraziermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260625T150000
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea and Talk - "The Wilderness Road"
DESCRIPTION:Kenneth Golliher – “The Wilderness Road”\nThe Bryan family followed the Wilderness Road to Bryan Station in October 1779. The Kentucky Wilderness Road was a perilous passage carved through dense forest\, steep ridges\, and unforgiving terrain. Travelers faced constant danger from harsh weather\, scarce supplies\, and the ever-present threat of Indian and wild animal attacks as they pushed westward into the frontier. Guests will discover how this rugged trail shaped early Kentucky settlement\, the resilience it demanded of those who traveled it\, and the pivotal role it played in the founding of communities like Bryan Station. Call the park for reservations. Don’t miss this event!
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-and-talk-the-wilderness-road
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260626T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260626T170000
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SUMMARY:West Kentucky Antique & Vintage Market
DESCRIPTION:West Kentucky Antique & Vintage Market Coming to Madisonville \nCalling all collectors\, purveyors\, and antique/vintage lovers! The West Kentucky Antique & Vintage Market will be held in Madisonville at the West Kentucky Archery Complex on June 26th and 27th. Hopkins County Tourist and Convention Commission is proud to host the event and showcase quality antique and vintage dealers from across the region. \nThe event will take place from 8 am to 5 pm on Friday\, June 26th and from 8 am to 3 pm on Saturday\, June 27th. \n“There will be a wide variety of items available for shoppers\, including vintage advertising\, collectibles\, fine antiques\, country store items\, vintage goods\, glassware\, and more\,” said Colbi Ferguson\, Hopkins County Tourist and Convention Commission Communications Director. \n“This event is being held in conjunction with the Annual Highway 41 Yard Sale\,” said Tricia Noel\, Hopkins County Tourist & Convention Commission Executive Director.  “The location of this Antique and Vintage Market falls right in the middle of the 150 – mile Highway 41 Sale providing a strategic opportunity for the vendors as well as shoppers.” \nThe West Kentucky Antique & Vintage market will be open free to the public. “With price points for all budgets\, we invite you to come out and shop!” said Ferguson. \nHeld rain or shine. For additional information\, call the Hopkins County Tourist and Convention Commission at 270-821-4171. The West Kentucky Archery Complex is located at 3100 Grapevine Rd. in Madisonville\, KY.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/west-kentucky-antique-vintage-market
LOCATION:West Kentucky Archery Complex\, 3100 Grapevine Rd\, Madisonville
CATEGORIES:Antique and Yard Sales,History,Home
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colbi Ferguson":MAILTO:cferguson@visitmadisonvilleky.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
CREATED:20260212T200420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T200420Z
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SUMMARY:America 250! Reading the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Grayson Springs Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States of America with a reading of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th at 10 am. on the steps of the Judicial Building\, 500 Carroll Gibson Blvd.\, Leitchfield\, KY 270-200-3523
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/america-250-reading-the-declaration-of-independence
LOCATION:America 250! July 4th Reading of the Declaration of Independence\, Judicial Building\, 500 Carroll Gibson Blvd.\, Leitchfield\, KY
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abbie Bales":MAILTO:Turtle918@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260801T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
CREATED:20260327T203246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T203246Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Frazier Summer Beer Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate America250 at the sixth annual Frazier Summer Beer Fest! Featuring over 250 specialty beers\, food\, live music\, and Kentucky pride spilling over with each tasting. \nABOUT FRAZIER SUMMER BEER FEST \n2026 Frazier Summer Beer Fest\nSaturday\, August 1\, 2026\nVIP Admission\, 4–8 p.m.\nGeneral Admission\, 5–8 p.m. \nFrazier Kentucky History Museum\n829 West Main Street\nLouisville\, KY 40202 \nTICKETS \n· Early Bird\, March 16–April 6 at 11:59 p.m.: $80 (VIP)\, $40 (GA)\n· General Sale\, Starts April 7: $90 (VIP)\, $50 (GA)\n· Designated Driver Ticket: $10 \nDETAILS \nThis year’s beer fest will again take place in front of the museum\, on Main Street between Eighth and Ninth Streets; and on the side of the museum\, on Ninth Street between Main and Washington Streets. VIP ticketholders will get access to the museum\, including: indoor bathrooms and air conditioning\, vendors pouring exclusive VIP beers\, three floors of museum exhibitions to explore\, and the Frazier’s Gateway Garden\, which extends from Main to Washington Streets on the east side of the building. \nTraffic will be rerouted so the festival can occupy the whole block. \nON TAP \nThis year\, in honor of America250\, we will have about 250 specialty beers—many of which will be available exclusively to festivalgoers who purchased VIP Admission. On tap will be a wide variety of craft and specialty beers: over 80 local\, regional\, and out-of-state breweries will be represented. In addition to the selection of standard craft and specialty beers\, festivalgoers will have access to a selection of NA beers\, gluten-free/gluten-reduced beers\, low-calorie IPAs\, hard ciders\, and spiked seltzers. \nMUSIC \nOld Lou’s Ragtime Band will play jazz\, Dixieland\, and swing numbers. The four-piece rock band the Bourbonauts will perform as well! \nVIP TICKETS \nA VIP Ticket gets you: \n· Early access\n· Indoor access to museum exhibitions\n· Indoor bathrooms and air conditioning!\n· Access to the Frazier’s Gateway Garden and exclusive additional beers \nMORE INFO \nLearn more at fraziermuseum.org/beer-fest.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/2026-frazier-summer-beer-fest
LOCATION:Frazier Kentucky History Museum\, 829 W. Main St.\, Louisville
CATEGORIES:Exhibits,Festivals,Food,Fundraisers,History,Museums,Music and Concerts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Simon Meiners":MAILTO:smeiners@fraziermuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
CREATED:20260204T133619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T133619Z
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea and Talk - "Bryan Station and the William Bryan Cabin"
DESCRIPTION:Eric McAnallen presents “Bryan Station and the William Bryan Cabin.” Bryan Station\, established in 1779 in Lexington was a frontier settlement founded by William Bryan\, an early pioneer from Virginia. As one of the first fortified outposts in the region\, it played a key role in the defense of settlers against Native American attacks during the tumultuous years of Kentucky’s settlement. Learn about a new discovery of a possible William Bryan cabin that stood off of Clays Mill. Guests enjoy three courses\, including savories\, scones and sweets\, Elmwood Inn tea\, period dressed interpreters\, and a guided mansion tour—all set within one of Kentucky’s most beloved historic homes.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-and-talk-bryan-station-and-the-william-bryan-cabin
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lashe Mullins":MAILTO:lashe.mullins@ky.gov
GEO:37.9707765;-84.5367696
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20260924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
CREATED:20260204T140230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T140230Z
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea and Talk - Phil Maxson – “The Women of Fort Boonesborough
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will highlight the resilience\, ingenuity\, and daily labor of the frontier women who helped the settlement survive against extraordinary odds. Mr. Maxson will discuss the famous capture and rescue of Jemima Boone and the Calloway girls. The presentation brings their stories to life\, showing how their courage shaped the early Kentucky frontier in ways that are often overlooked. Guests enjoy a three-course tea service\, period dressed interpreters\, and a guided mansion tour—all set within one of Kentucky’s most beloved historic homes. Call Waveland for reservations.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-and-talk-phil-maxson-the-women-of-fort-boonesborough
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lashe Mullins":MAILTO:Lashe.mullins@ky.gov
GEO:37.9707765;-84.5367696
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20261013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20261013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
CREATED:20260204T193715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T193715Z
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea Tuesday - Mourning Customs
DESCRIPTION:Waveland’s October Mourning Customs teas and tours invite guests into the quiet rituals and symbolism that shaped 19th century grief and remembrance. The experience blends a reflective tea service with an intimate look at period clothing\, etiquette\, and the ways families honored their loved ones within the mansion’s walls. Guests enjoy a three-course tea service\, Victorian mourning custom dressed interpreters\, and a guided mansion tour—all set within one of Kentucky’s most beloved historic homes. Call Waveland for reservations.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-tuesday-mourning-customs
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lashe Mullins":MAILTO:lashe.mullins@ky.gov
GEO:37.9707765;-84.5367696
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20261029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Kentucky/Louisville:20261029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T032705
CREATED:20260204T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T201146Z
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SUMMARY:Waveland's Tea and Talk - Susan Miller – “Stories in the Stones”
DESCRIPTION:This is a presentation about Victorian tombstone symbolism and delves into the rich and often intricate meanings behind the symbols found on gravestones and memorials. This topic explores how symbols on tombstones convey messages about the deceased\, reflect cultural values\, and provide insight into historical and societal attitudes toward death and the afterlife. Guests enjoy a three-course tea service\, period dressed interpreters\, and a guided mansion tour—all set within one of Kentucky’s most beloved historic homes. Call Waveland for reservations.
URL:https://www.kentuckyliving.com/event/wavelands-tea-and-talk-susan-miller-stories-in-the-stones
LOCATION:Waveland State Historic Site\, 225 Waveland Museum Lane\, Lexington\, KY\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lashe Mullins":MAILTO:Lashe.mullins@ky.gov
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