The Road Warrior Sculpture Dedication featuring WWII Marine Veteran E. Bruce Heilman (1926-2019) is set for Saturday, May 29, 2021. Activities begin at 11am on the Oldham County History Center campus.
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2021 Oldham County Champion of History Gala at Ashbourne Farms Honoring Bob Jones
Mark you calendars for our annual Oldham County Champion of History Gala, this year honoring Bob Jones. Jones has been a strong supporter of the Oldham County History Center, as well as Oldham County schools, and served as local state representative for 13 years. Ashbourne Farms will host the event at its newly renovated historic event barn and farm. Sponsorships are now available! For more information call 502.222.0826.
Public Archaeology Dig at Gatewood Plantation
Saturday, October 10th 11am – 2pm. Must call for reservations. The History Center has conducted archaeology research on this site which is now recognized by the National Park Service as a site on the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. The site honors Henry Bibb who escaped enslavement by William Gatewood and described by Bibb in his own narratives. Participation is free, call 502.222.0826 to reserve your spot!