“ My Friend Gov. Richard James Oglesby” Presented by Abraham Lincoln as portrayed by Larry Elliott Join us in the presentation as Larry Elliott portrays Abraham Lincoln and talks about his friendship with Oldham County native and Illinois Governor Richard James Oglesby. This event will be held at the Rob Morris Chapel, 207 West Jefferson, […]

Do you love vintage machinery and antique vehicles? Join us every first Thursday of each month at the Rob Morris Chapel on the OC History Center Campus! Call 502.222.0826 for more information.

Join us for the first Hidden History Walk Tour of the year! Dr. Nancy Theiss leads this tour and is based on her book Hidden History of La Grange Kentucky. Tour will start at the Oldham County History Center's museum. Free for members/$5 for non-members. Click here to register!

Join us for the first Hidden History Walk Tour of the year! This tour is based on the book Hidden History of La Grange Kentucky. Tour will start at the Oldham County History Center’s museum. Free for members/$5 for non-members. Click here to register!

Join us for an Earth Day Celebration at L & N Lake at Wilborn Park. Enjoy hands on, family fun activities that includes tree planting, canoe and kayak rides and more! Celebrate Mother Earth with a concert from Native American Navajo Flute Player, Fred Keams!

Each year the Oldham County History Center hosts archaeology investigations under the direction of archaeologist Jeannine Kreinbrink. This investigation is part of an ongoing program to document the artifacts and information Bibb Escapes/Gatewood Plantation Site.  This site was designated by the National Park Service in 2016 to the National Underground Railroad Network.  This site was […]