The staff, volunteers, board, and members of the Kentucky Historical Society would like to share a highlight reel of just some of our accomplishments this year. Thank you to our audience who loves history and supports what we do. 🎥➡️https://youtu.be/1rBYPpreMBo

November 2025 marks 200 years since the founding of Choctaw Academy, the first boarding school for Native Americans in the United States, and located in Scott County. Choctaw Academy educated over 600 students from 17 nations. 🎧 https://ow.ly/Spnn50Xo1oG

Did you know that the Old State Capitol in Frankfort opened in 1830? Learn all about it on the most recent episode of Kentucky Life on KET. Host Chip Polston interviewed Museum Programs Administrator Megan Sauter. #kyhistory Watch: ow.ly/aVNP50Xn64F

The portrait of Gov. Martha Layne Collins was draped by our staff this morning to honor her passing over the weekend at the age of 88. She served as the first and only woman Governor of Kentucky (1983-1987).

186 years ago, drafts of two letters were written to federal officials associated with the removal of Chickasaw Native Americans because of the Indian Removal Act. The Chickasaws of western KY were some of the last removed. #76for250 #America250 @america250.bsky.social#76for250

Recently, KHS dedicated a new historical marker in Middlesboro about Greg Page, a trailblazing athlete who attended Middlesboro High School in the 1960s. Read our new blog and learn more about his story.

#OnThisDay in 1735, John Adams, signer of the Declaration of Independence and eventually the second President of the United States, was born in Braintree, Massachusetts. Revisit a #ReadtheRevolution excerpt from John Adams by David McCullough: https://bit.ly/3MrQgN1

Witching you a spooky Halloween #skystorians! 🎃👻 From the KHS collections: (MSS59_Box1_10) (MSS59_Box1_52)

In 2001, First Lady Judi Patton hosted reception for Kentucky breast cancer survivors. Survivors statewide united in Frankfort & during the event, Mrs. Patton & the Kentucky Breast Cancer Coalition unveiled the state's first cancer quilt. The "Celebration of Hope" quilt honors victims & survivors.

163 years ago, Andrew Phillips wrote family about his experience during the Civil War, which saw more than 700K deaths. Combat killed many but most were disease-related. Per Philips’ letter, disease spread through camps due to cramped and unsanitary conditions. #America250KY #kyhistory #skystorians

We mourn the loss of our friend, writer, and mentor Gurney Norman. His words, his spirit, and his deep love for these hills shaped how many of us see ourselves and our home. Rest easy, Gurney. We miss you already.

It's #AskAnArchivistDay! Join our Digital Archivist Alyssa Ollier as she shares what it's like to collect and preserve Kentucky's history. Leave your questions in the comments!

KHS & #America250KY are on the road. Join us at the Bell County Historical Society & Museum at 10:00am on October 18 (THIS SATURDAY), where you’ll dive into the history of the region, hear from a knowledgeable local historian, engage with history at various activity stations, and so much more!

Focus on our “Snapshots of History” archival display during lunch tomorrow. Digital Archivist Alyssa frames Kentucky history through photography. Shoot us some questions during the LIVE virtual tour, only on Facebook. #AskAnArchivist

As part of the Ohio Valley History Conference this past weekend, hosted by #KHS, we were pleased to welcome @eladiobobadilla.com as the keynote speaker. Dr. Bobadilla's outstanding talk focused on immigration, identity, and the making of a Latino Bluegrass. #OVHC25

Did you know Franklin County has the fourth-highest concentration of roadside historical markers in the state? Ohio Valley History Conference attendees had the option to hit the street for Frankfort History on a Stick: A Walking Tour of the Capital City's Historical Markers led by KHS staff. #OVHC25

Final day of the Ohio Valley History Conference hosted by KHS in the books. Panels this morning featured discussions on Black resistance and Civil War era memory, urban Kentucky histories, and race and politics in 20th century US. #OVHC25

This weekend KHS is hosting the Ohio Valley History Conference. We would like to thank our sponsors, @lsupress.bsky.social and @utpress.bsky.social for their support along with all of the OVHC institutions, presenters, and attendees. #OVHC25

Afternoon panels at the Ohio Valley History Conference included discussions on environmental, gender, and legal/restorative justice. #envirohist #OVHC25

The Ohio Valley History Conference (OVHC) is in full swing at the Kentucky Historical Society. One of the first panels discussed 19th century politics and parties. #OVHC25

New #KentuckyChronicles podcast has dropped! Join us for a discussion of how Confederate Kentuckians exploited the Canadian border during the Civil War. Our guest is Dr. Cassandra Jane Werking, a December 2024 research fellow at the Kentucky Historical Society. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/k...

Great lineup for the Ohio Valley History Conference next week (October 9-11) - check out the program and don't forget, online registration closes tomorrow, October 3. Conference theme is “Borders, Boundaries, and Belonging.” See you in Frankfort #skystorians! history.ky.gov/events/ohio-...

The deadline to register for the Ohio Valley History Conference is fast approaching (October 3). Conference theme is “Borders, Boundaries, and Belonging.” Keynote speaker is Dr. Eladio Bobadilla, historian of social movements in the US. See you there! #skystorians history.ky.gov/events/ohio-...

Today was the final day of the Civil War Public and Applied History Symposium at the @kyhistsoc.bsky.social. I was honored to have been selected to participate and thoroughly enjoyed making connections, learning more about Kentucky, and deepening my understanding of public history. 🗃

Upcoming funding deadline alert🚨 #skystorians. Fall deadline for the KHS research fellowship program is October 1, 2025. Funding available for wide range of research topics & time periods. Come see us in #Kentucky! 🐎 history.ky.gov/khs-for-me/f...

Curious about the Civil War? It's not too late to register for Civil War History Day! youtu.be/SZxOTK2Kq7I?...

88 years ago, the "Great Flood" of 1937 submerged over 70% of Louisville alone. Government worried about the spread of disease so a quarantine barrier was created, but individuals like Lt. Col. Joseph R. Gray were allowed to pass this line to assist with aid. #kyhistory #America250KY #skystorians

Registration is OPEN! KHS will host Ohio Valley History Conference October 9-11, 2025. Conference theme is “Borders, Boundaries, and Belonging.” Keynote speaker is Dr. Eladio Bobadilla, historian of social movements in the United States. See you there! #skystorians history.ky.gov/events/ohio-...

Happy Constitution Day! Celebrate the signing of the U.S. Constitution and the legacy of America’s 250th. Thanks to the members of the Kentucky General Assembly who read the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution at the start of the video. youtu.be/9VxH2uMm0yk

Happy #ConstitutionWeek! 238 years ago, conventions in Danville created 1st governing document for KY with tripartite government, bicameral legislature, bill of rights, but limited popular control for electing senators (which Kentuckians would later change). #76for250 #America250KY #kyhistory

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In 1809, Dr. Ephraim McDowell performed what is believed to be the first known removal of an ovarian tumor. Stream our podcast discussion with Dr. Joan Cashin, who explores McDowell’s groundbreaking medical career. #kyhistory #KentuckyChronicles #skystorians podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/l...

In 1974, Robert Gumpert traveled to Harlan Co, KY to document the Brookside Coal strike, made famous by 1976 film "Harlan County, USA." His images capture the people that lived through one of the most dramatic labor battles in UMWA history. 📸 Robert Gumpert, courtesy of Appalshop Archive

Local History Organizations, apply now for the 2025 Local History Trust Fund grant cycle. Planning and implementation grants range from $290 to $1,000. The deadline to apply is Oct. 15. Learn more here. history.ky.gov/participate/...

Registration is OPEN! KHS will host Ohio Valley History Conference October 9-11, 2025. Conference is open to historians & graduate students from all time periods & specializations, including public historians and independent scholars. history.ky.gov/events/ohio-...

Kentucky Oral History Commission is hosting two virtual workshops to aid potential grant applicants: Sept. 10, 11 am - noon, and Sept. 11, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Learn more about KOHC grant program & get detailed explanation of the requirements for applications. RSVP here: history.ky.gov/events/kentu...

Have you registered for the annual meeting yet? November is just around the corner! Register for the conference here: sha.memberclicks.net/registration... And reserve your room here: book.passkey.com/event/510030...

KOHC offers grants to support amateur and professional oral historians in oral history research projects on Kentucky topics. Please share this information with anyone in your networks who would be interested. #kyhistory Learn more: history.ky.gov/participate/...

175 years ago, Beth McManus wrote to her cousin requesting help to immigrate to the US from Ireland. During mid-1800s, Ireland was in the midst of the Great Famine, a period of crop failure and economic strife that caused many to resettle in the United States. #kyhistory #America250KY

138 years ago, in 1887, Millersburg Female College in Bourbon County, Kentucky, advertised their annual “announcement and catalogue” for prospective students to learn more about the college, alumni, and course offerings for the upcoming year. #76for250 #America250KY #kyhistory

The Old State Capitol is temporarily closed due to necessary repairs. Discounted admission to visit the Center for Kentucky History. Please watch here for any updates, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon to the Old State Capitol experience! history.ky.gov

Harlan County miners went on strike in 1973 for safer work conditions, fairer wages, and the right to strike. They persisted for months despite gunfire and strike breakers. Today, we remember them — and all who fight in our mountains for a better life. 📸 Appalshop Archive, Robert Gumpert, 1973

Congratulations to the 2026 #America250KY grant recipients! Read the article from the NKyTribune below, then learn more about America250KY here: history.ky.gov/participate/... nkytribune.com/2025/08/kent...

Mark your calendars - KHS Civil War History Day is back! Join us September 27, 2025, 9:00am & dive into stories that shaped KY & the Border South. Hear from historians Dr. Anne Marshall, Dr. Brian McKnight, Dr. Cicero Fain & KHS staff. RSVP: ow.ly/a8nf50WCOl0 #America250KY #kyhistory #skystorians

Registration is OPEN! KHS will host Ohio Valley History Conference October 9-11, 2025. Conference is open to historians & graduate students from all time periods and specializations, including public historians and independent scholars. Visit history.ky.gov/events/ohio-... for more info & register.

The Whig Party has been largely forgotten, but before the Republican Party (1854), it was the main competitor to the Democratic Party. Stream our podcast interview with researcher & editor leading project to compile the letters of Zachary Taylor. #skystorians podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

"Kentucky probably has the most diversity when it comes to agriculture of anywhere in the United States in the 19th century." Listen to KHS curator, Brandon Stephens, talk about farming history on the Kentucky Farm Bureau News podcast. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/h... #kyhistory

Hard to believe we're looking ahead to fall but...research funding alert 🚨 #skystorians. Fall deadline for the KHS research fellowship program is October 1, 2025. Funding available for wide range of research topics & time periods. Come see us in #Kentucky! 🐎 history.ky.gov/khs-for-me/f...

222 years ago, the Miller family inscribed their family births, deaths, and marriages in a family “fraktur.” A tool for recording family histories in an ornate fashion, frakturs are stylized family records from Germany and look similar to medieval German manuscripts. #America250KY