Jefferson Davis Symposium (MS Word 50K)
March 18, 2008
"The Contested Legacy of Jefferson Davis," resident is the topic of a day-long symposium set for June 27 at the Kentucky Historical Society in Frankfort.
Lincoln Heritage Trail Web site Now Online (MS Word 65K)
February 11, 2008
A new Web site taking visitors on a virtual visit to historic sites along the new Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail has been launched in advance of national and statewide Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial commemorations Tuesday in Hodgenville.
Lincoln Heritage Trail Unveiling Ceremony (MS Word 709K)
February 1, 2008
Kentucky citizens and out-of-state guests are invited to join Governor Steve Beshear and other presenters as they unveil the first marker along the new Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail during a special celebration at 3 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, February 12 on Lincoln Square in downtown Hodgenville.
First Lady Laura Bush to Attend Lincoln Ceremony (MS Word 66K)
February 6, 2008
The White House announced today that First Lady Laura Bush will deliver remarks during the inaugural ceremony of the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial.
Toll-Free Number for Lincoln Events (MS Word45K)
February 1, 2008
A toll-free number is available for anyone interested in finding out more about the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial events that are taking place in Kentucky this month.
Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail Unveiling Ceremony (MS Word 709K)
February 1, 2008
Kentucky citizens and out-of-state guests are invited to join Governor Steve Beshear and other presenters as they unveil the first marker along the new Kentucky Lincoln Heritage Trail during a special celebration at 3 p.m. (EST) Tuesday, February 12 on Lincoln Square in downtown Hodgenville.
Lincoln Homestead State Park to Open Special Hours (MS Word 220K)
January 11, 2008
Lincoln Homestead State Park will be open special hours during the Lincoln Bicentennial Commemoration Ceremonies in February.
Farmington Historic Plantation Exhibit Opening (MS Word 1546K)
January 11, 2008
Farmington Historic Plantation, formerly known as Farmington Historic Home, will premiere a powerful new exhibit, “Lincoln and Farmington: An Enduring Friendship,” Monday February 11, 2008 at 10:00am.
A "Kentucky Salute to Abraham Lincoln" (MS Word 54K)
January 10, 2008
Award-winning journalist and Louisville native Bob Edwards will lead “A Kentucky Salute to Abraham Lincoln” on Monday, February 11, at the Kentucky Center for the Arts in Louisville.
State Parks Offer Lincoln History (MS Word 45K)
January 8, 2008
The Kentucky State Parks will be taking part in the Lincoln Bicentennial celebration starting in 2008, along with many other history events throughout the year.
KHS Offers Legislators a Glimpse into Lincoln's Life (MS Word 37K)
January 7, 2008
The Kentucky Historical Society is offering legislators and the public a glimpse into Lincoln's life and history.
Forever Free Exhibit to Open in Louisville (MS Word 77K)
November 26, 2007
The "Forever Free: Abraham Lincoln's Journey to Emancipation" exhibit opens December 13 at the Louisville Free Public Library.
Lincoln Bicentennial Kick-Off Event Tickets (MS Word 306K)
November 14, 2007
The National Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission announced today that tickets are now available for the February 2008 kick-off events.
Hodgenville Sculpture Commissioned (MS Word 76K)
October 25, 2007
The Kentucky Arts Council announces newly commissioned sculpture for Hodgenville.
Lincoln License Plate Unveiled (MS Word 35K)
October 6, 2007
The governor's office unveiled Kentucky's new Lincoln license plate following the Lincoln Days Celebration in Hodgenville on Saturday, October 6.
National Kick-Off Events Announced (MS Word 62K)
September 27, 2007
President George W. Bush has been invited to launch the nation's two-year commemoration of President Abraham Lincoln's birth. The kick-off event will take place in Louisville and Hodgenville.
Kentucky Historical Society Grants Available (MS Word, 52K)
Friday, August 12, 2007
Competitive grants for up to $5,000 are now available to museums, historical organizations, educational institutions, city and county governments, and other community groups.
Lincoln Legacy Day (MS Word, 54K)
July 27, 2007
Witness a re-creation of President Abraham Lincoln's eulogy of the great statesman, Henry Clay, and a portrayal of Clay's famous Market Speech at Ashland: The Henry Clay Estate in Lexington, beginning 11:30 a.m. Saturday, August 4.