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“history roadshow” at the Mercer County Public Library!
n honor of Harrodsburg’s upcoming 250th birthday, on Wednesday, May 8, the Kentucky Historical Society is hosting a “history roadshow” at the Mercer County Public Library!KHS staff will present educational activities, opportunities for hands-on learning, and presentations about Harrodsburg history. Significant archival materials from KHS’s collection—including the state’s original 1792 constitution—will also be on display.Activities include:9:00 AM – 4:00 PMArchival and teaching collection materials on display9:00 AM – 1:00 PMEducational activity for middle school students (reservations required)1:00 PMPublic Program: “Slavery at the Springs and Strader v. Graham: Harrodsburg and the History of Fugitive Slave Law.”2:00 PMPublic Program: “Going Up Salt River: The Kentucky Origins of an American Expression”3:00 PMPublic Program: “Fort Harrod: Now and Then”We hope you can join us in Harrodsburg on May 8! This event is free and open to the public.Image: Pioneer Memorial State Park, Harrodsburg, KY, from Kentucky Historical Society, Postcards from Kentucky, Graphic 26.“history roadshow” at the Mercer Coun...Date and Time
Wednesday May 8, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM EDT
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Director's Notes
Meet Ashley Rainey and her family!
Ashley is the Chamber Office Assistant and new spearhead of Pioneer Days with the help of chairman Scott Hammons.
Call or email us for new events and membership needs at 859-734-2365 or info@mercerchamber.com
