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BILL MONROE BIRTHPLACE
Hwy 62, Rosine, (270) 274-9181 www.themonroebrothersfoundation.org
Visit the beautifully restored birthplace and childhood home of the father of bluegrass music, Bill Monroe, in its natural setting high on Jerusalem Ridge.
BLUEGRASS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM
U.S. 231 - North of Hartford, Open Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appointments preferred. - (270) 298-7764
Unique display of vintage American motorcycles and related memorabilia from 1906 to the present.
DAWSON SPRINGS MUSEUM and ART CENTER
127 South Main Street, Dawson Springs, Kentucky, (270) 797-3503
Tuesday - Saturday 1-5 p.m., Closed January
Home to historical photographs of Dawson Springs as a resort health spa; Enjoy a variety of exhibits, workshops and collections including historic photography, memorabilia, traveling exhibits, and written and oral history.
DUNCAN CULTURAL CENTER MUSEUM and ART GALLERY
122 S. Cherry St., Greenville, KY 42345, (270) 338-2605, duncan.center@ocdirect.net
Hours: Mon-Friday 1 - 4 pm Weekends (TBA) Special Events
Exhibits are up from the 1st of each month until the end of the month. An Open House is held early in the month for the visiting exhibitor. Please check local news papers or call us for the time. To end our year, there is a community open house in early December on a Sunday afternoon from 1-4. There is special music, decorated trees and Christmas displays with lots of good things to eat. Admission to the Center is free but donations are welcome. The Center is closed from mid December until February 1st each year.
The Duncan Cultural Center has an elaborate Coal museum, Native American Display with lovely victorian touches throughout the Center plus so much more. The Beautiful stained glass bay windows are a favorite with visitors. When closed to the public the Center may be rented for class reunions, dinner parties, showers, etc. We welcome tours, small and large and welcome class field trips for students during our regular hours or by appointment by calling us at 270-338-2605 for details.
FORDSVILLE DEPOT & MUSEUM
Fordsville, Kentucky, (270) 276-5656
Take a walk back into the early 1900's and see displays depicting this era of transportation and the economic boom it gave this small town. Reminiscent of the early L& N train stations, this museum is rich with railroad history.
GLEMA MAHR CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Madisonville, (270) 821-ARTS www.glemacenter.org
Featuring regionally and nationally known performers plus the Anne P. Baker Gallery,
a showcase for visual arts exhibits.
GOVERNOR RUBY LAFFOON LOG CABIN
Madisonville, Kentucky, (270) 821-3986
Visit the charming two-room birthplace of Governor Ruby Laffoon, who served Kentucky from 1931 to 1935. The log cabin furnished with some original furniture and other period pieces.
HANCOCK COUNTY MUSEUM
Old Train Station, River Street, Hawesville, KY (270) 314-5688, April thru October, Sundays 2-4 p.m. or by appointment
A remodeled train station is home for this exhibition of turn-of-the-century life. Climb aboard for a tour of a quaint caboose.
HANCOCK COUNTY FARM MUSEUM
340 4th Street, Lewisport, KY, (270) 295-3653
See the area’s farming legacy and equipment of the era.
HENDERSON FINE ARTS CENTER
Henderson Community College, US 60 West. Henderson, Kentucky, (270) 830-5324, www.henderson.kctcs.edu/arts
The Fine Arts Center is on the campus of Henderson Community College and was dedicated in June, 1994. It is home to many of Henderson's musical, artistic, and cultural events throughout the year. The 1,000 seat theater/auditorium features a wide variety of performances by nationally known artists and top musicians. Season Performance Schedule at www.haaa.org
HOPKINS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM
107 Union Street, Madisonville, Kentucky, (270) 821-3986, Monday - Friday 1-5 p.m.
Step back in time while you browse through volumes of community photos, news clippings, Civil War memorabilia, coal mining supplies, and a variety of interesting area artifacts.
INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC MUSEUM
207 E. Second St, Downtown Owensboro, Phone: 270-926-7891, Toll free: 888-MY BANJO, www.bluegrass-museum.org
IBMM is the only international museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history, collections, and artifacts of bluegrass music - an exciting, original American art form with its genesis in Kentucky. Visit new exhibits showcasing photos from the earliest bluegrass music festivals of this nation, and works of art inspired by the folklore traditions and beauty of our music.
JOHN JAMES AUDUBON MUSEUM & NATURE CENTER
Audubon State Park, US 41 N - Henderson, KY, (270) 827-1893, Open Daily 10-5 p.m.
Visit the John James Audubon Museum & Nature Center while you're in Audubon State Park. The impressive main building, an excellent example of the French Norman of architecture, was constructed in the 1930's by the Work Projects Administration. In 1993, the building underwent a $2.2 million renovation/addition, and now features a new Nature Center where bird lovers of all ages can observe and learn about birds in their natural habitat. In 1994, the renovated Museum became the permanent home of the L.S. Tyler Audubon Collection - an historically significant collection of paintings, writings, and personal artifacts of John James Audubon, the first artist/ornithologist to depict life-size birds and animals in their natural surroundings.
LIVERMORE COMMUNITY LIBRARY and ART MUSEUM
116 East 2nd Street, Livermore, Kentucky, (270) 278-9184, Monday - Friday 1-5 p.m.
The community's local color is on display at the Livermore Community Library and Art Museum. Enjoy exhibits of work by local artists, or plan to attend special showings of quilts, crafts and art. Family historians will want to visit the library's genealogy section for a look into the past.
MADISONVILLE FINE ARTS CENTER
Madisonville Community College, 2000 College Drive, Madisonville, Kentucky, (270) 821-ARTS, www.glemacenter.org
This impressive facility consists of a 1,061 seat auditorium, a large stage conducive for black box theatre, orchestra pit and gallery. The Center not only provides nationally known artists, but is also a showcase for visual arts and exhibits which culturally enrich the community.
OHIO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
Main Street, Hartford, KY, (270) 298-3444, June thru August, Monday - Friday 1-4 p.m.
The Ohio County Historical Society Museum is an attraction for history buffs of all ages. The complex features four historical buildings: an 1838 cabin, the historical Thomas Home, a country store and a rustic homestead building. The museum is in the heart of town, one block from the county court house.
OWENSBORO MUSEUM OF FINE ART
901 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY. (270) 685-3181, Monday - Friday 10-4 p.m., Saturday - Sunday 1-4 p.m.
Satisfy your love of fine art in one of Kentucky's largest art museums. Spend an afternoon browsing through the extraordinary collections presented in a variety of creative media. Offerings include many nationally recognized exhibits, travelling collections and permanent showings that date from the 16th century to today. The annual Christmas "Holiday Forest" features a collection of beautiful trees, decorated with handmade ornaments by members of local organizations.
OWENSBORO AREA MUSEUM OF SCIENCE and HISTORY
220 Daviess Street, Owensboro. (270) 687-2732, www.owensborareamuseum.com
Observe a Columbian Mammoth in our Ice Age Gallery, explore ENCOUNTER, a hands-on gallery where education is child's play, discover how our government works in the Wendell H. Ford Government Education Center or cruise through Speedzeum, our new motor sports gallery (opens summer 2003). National traveling exhibitions in our first floor gallery. Open Monday - Saturday, 10:00 - 5:00; closed Sundays.
RIVERPARK CENTER
101 Daviess St, U.S. Highway 60, Owensboro, KY, Monday - Friday 10-6 p.m. (270) 687-ARTS www.riverparkcenter.org
This state-of-the-art facility includes a 1,500 seat multi-purpose auditorium and experimental theater that seats up to 300 with scheduled performances thought the year. A broad range of entertainment is offered with classical, Broadway, and Bluegrass music; jazz and ballet, plus light-hearted and dramatic theatrical fare for children and adults.
THE PALACE THEATRE
119 N. Main Street, Greenville, (270) 338-7165 www.mctiky.com
Muhlenberg Community Theater has presented 27 full seasons of comedies, dramas, musicals and children’s theatre.
THEATRE WORKSHOP OF OWENSBORO
407 W. Fifth St., Owensboro, (270) 683-5003
Offering the finest community theatre in the region for over 40 years with five main stage and two youth productions each season.
JAMES D. VEATCH CAMP BREAKINRIDGE MUSEUM & ART CENTER
US 60, Union County, (270) 389-4420 www.breckingridge-arts.org
This camp was developed as a training center for soldiers in WWII. As soldiers, Bob Dole and Jackie Robinson resided there. Later European prisoners of war were held there, and their mural art is preserved in the Museum.
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MUSEUMS/THE ARTS - Bluegrass, Blues and Barbecue Region
