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Local Legends: The Gemini Band

Oct 28, 2024 | Collections, Exhibits, Uncategorized, Upcoming

Operating from 1968 to 1979, the Gemini band served as local entertainment and a USO touring show.

From the Storerooms: A Mystery Solved

Oct 14, 2024 | Uncategorized

By Megan Aldridge and Bryan Morey Sometimes museum objects are a total mystery to museum staff. Back in the early days of museums, record-keeping was often spotty at best. Sometimes there were little to no records to keep. Take, for instance, the Kentucky Museum’s...

The Baskets of Southcentral Kentucky

Sep 30, 2024 | Uncategorized

The basketmakers of Southcentral Kentucky have always followed steadfast construction principles while developing their own unique styles and artistic visions. Most Kentucky makers learned hands on with a family member or a person in their community. Early learning...

Why the Arts Matter

Dec 17, 2020 | Uncategorized

Tiffany discusses data on why the arts matter to our communities, reflecting on 2020 and the road ahead.

Field Trip to Felts House

Oct 3, 2018 | Field Trips, Teacher Resources, Uncategorized

by Gabby Hoffman, HIST 489 Cooperative Education/History Students from Hart County came to visit the Felts House, and learn about what life was like for children their age in the early 19th century. In order to make sure the children had a great experience, WKU museum...

Celebrate Museum Day with us – Free Admission on September 22nd!

Sep 17, 2018 | Uncategorized

Museum Day will be celebrated in participating museums nationwide on Saturday, September 22nd. At the Kentucky Museum, we will be offering free admission to all guests. We will be open during regular Saturday hours, 9AM – 4PM. This will be a great day for a...