Kentucky History Center

Immerse yourself in the Kentucky experience and watch history come to life in this breathtaking, multi-million dollar museum and research facility. The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) was formed in 1836 by a group of prominent Kentuckians intent on preserving the history of the commonwealth. It was chartered as the state society in 1838 and began to collect books and printed materials. KHS became an agency of Kentucky state government in the early 1950s. An agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, KHS has more than 3,300 members to whom it provides support and educational services. Outreach programs collaborate with more than 430 local historical organizations. KHS is administered by an executive committee and supported by the KHS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization.