Oldham County History Center
Get to know Oldham County, Kentucky
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Public Archaeology Dig – Bibb Escapes/Gatewood Plantation
Public Archaeology Dig – Bibb Escapes/Gatewood Plantation
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 […]
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Hidden History Walking Tour
Hidden History Walking Tour
Explore La Grange, KY’s past and join us for Hidden History Walking Tour! This tour is based off the book, “Hidden History of La Grange Kentucky”. Tour will start at the Oldham County History Center museum. Free for Members / $5 Non-Members. Click here to register!
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Antique Iron Club Meeting
Antique Iron Club Meeting
Do you love vintage machinery and antique vehicles? Join us every first Thursday of each month for Antique Iron Club Meeting at the Rob Morris Chapel on the OC History Center Campus! Call 502.222.0826 for more information.
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Hidden History Walking Tours
Hidden History Walking Tours
Explore La Grange, KY's past and join us for Hidden History Walking Tour! This tour is based off the book, "Hidden History of La Grange Kentucky". Tour will start at the Oldham County History Center museum. Free for Members / $5 Non-Members. Click here to register!
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Barnyard Fun! Antique Irons
Barnyard Fun! Antique Irons
Kicking off our 2024 Barnyard Fun! season with a visit from Antique Irons! Saturday, May 11th 10 AM - 12 PM Dahlgren Pioneer Barn Free and open to the public!
Underground Railroad Car Tour
Underground Railroad Car Tour
These tours are lead by Dr. Nancy Theiss who wrote the book A Tour of the Underground Railroad Along the Ohio River (2020, The History Press). As Executive Director of the Oldham County History Center, Theiss has led research and programs that have been identified significant by the National Park Service to the National Underground Railroad Network […]
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Hidden History Walking Tour
Hidden History Walking Tour
Explore La Grange, KY’s past and join us for Hidden History Walking Tour! This tour is based off the book, “Hidden History of La Grange Kentucky”. Tour will start at the Oldham County History Center museum. Free for Members / $5 Non-Members. Click here to register!
Barnyard Fun!
Barnyard Fun!
Enjoy hands-on activities for families at the Dahlgren Barn! Free and open to public. Stay tuned for more details! In conjunction with the La Grange Farmers' Market and Artisans.
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Barnyard Fun! Earl D. Bennett Presentation
Barnyard Fun! Earl D. Bennett Presentation
Memorial Day Program at the Oldham County History Center “Earl Bennett: WWII Soldier, A Tribute to His Service” Presented by Coleson Taylor Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 11 a.m., Rob Morris Chapel - 207 W. Jefferson St. Oldham County History Center Campus Reception to Follow A scrapbook was donated to the Oldham County […]
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Hidden History Walking Tour
Hidden History Walking Tour
Explore La Grange, KY’s past and join us for Hidden History Walking Tour! This tour is based off the book, “Hidden History of La Grange Kentucky”. Tour will start at the Oldham County History Center museum. Free for Members / $5 Non-Members. Click here to register!
Barnyard Fun! Busy Bees Day
Barnyard Fun! Busy Bees Day
Join the History Center and the Oldham County Beekeepers Association for this week's Barnyard Fun! event. The OCBA will be bringing out one of its travelling hives so you can see these busy bees at work! Saturday, June 1st 10 AM - 12 PM Dahlgren Pioneer Barn Free and open to the public