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Our Most Recent Achievement: Preservation of Hardin County Historical Site Marker
Our most recent achievement was revitalizing the John Young Brown sign on the 600th block of West Dixie Avenue.
Note From The President
What an exciting year we are having as we celebrate 250 years of freedom, democracy and dependence! Happy 250th Birthday America!
The Historical Society is proud to participate in the celebration by co-sponsoring with Ancestral Trails Historical Society through a grant made possible by the Kentucky Humanities Program; Kentucky Voices.
Lisa Wood, a native of Woodford County, is a professional artist with the Chautauqua program who has performed in New York City, Chicago, and around the this region. As our guest speaker, she will tell the story of Loretta Lynn, the "Queen of Country Music." This is an inspiring story of a girl born in Butcher Hollow, Kentucky, who rose from poverty to the Grand Ole Opry Hall of Fame and became beloved across America. The program will take place at 7:15 pm on Monday, July 27th.
This is sure to be an entertaining evening. I invite you to come celebrate with us and bring a friend.
Make your reservation's early by calling Heather at 270-369-7874! Dinner is at 6:30 pm. Meal is $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door, if food is still available.
See you on the 27th, Twylane Van Lahr
Portrayal of Loretta Lynn
The Hardin County Historical Society, in partnership with Kentucky Chautauqua, presents “Loretta Lynn: Mem’ries of a Coal Miner’s Daughter” on Monday, July 27th, 7:15 PM, during the quarterly meeting at the Brown-Pusey House.
Experience the story of Loretta Lynn—from her humble beginnings in Butcher Holler to becoming the Queen of Country Music. Performed by Lexington artist Lisa Woods, this program brings her powerful journey and music to life.
Lisa Woods is a Lexington-based versatile artist, actor, and educator who portrays country music legend Loretta Lynn for the Kentucky Humanities Kentucky Chautauqua program. She brings Lynn's "Coal Miner's Daughter" story to life in a live, educational one-woman show, focusing on the singer's journey from Butcher Holler,
Don’t miss this inspiring tribute celebrating Kentucky heritage and storytelling.