Kentucky Museum

06/23/2026

Explore the past with two exhibits: First Farmers of Barren River Valley and The Ancient Near East in KY. Located next to each other, both exhibits are a hit with those intrigued by archeology, and really who isn’t interested in archeology?

See items from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, as well as artifacts from excavations here in Southcentral Kentucky. Open Weds-Sat 9AM-4PM, FREE admission.

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06/20/2026

The KY Museum will be temporarily CLOSED Wednesday, June 17-Saturday, June 20 due to restoration construction of the Charles Hardcastle Kentucky Building.

Visit us online at https://ow.ly/AQiC50Z9TXX to learn more about our exhibits this summer!

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06/11/2026

Is there a quilter in your family? A quilt enthusiast? Come see Stitches in Time! Showcasing thirty of the finest quilts in the Kentucky Museum collection, Stitches in Time includes traditional and art quilts ranging in age from the early 19th century to the early 21st century. Open Weds-Sat 9AM-4PM with FREE admission.

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06/10/2026

We were delighted to be featured in the most recent edition of the Talisman!

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Since 1939, the Kentucky Museum has been a pillar on WKU's campus, committed to the preservation of everything from music to children's toys.

06/06/2026

“The Forrester family acknowledges the importance of WKU in supporting our father’s career over several decades," said Winnie Forrester, daughter of beloved Professor of Sculpture, Charles Forrester who taught at WKU from 1965 to 1992.

The Forrester family recently made a gift to establish the Charles Howard Forrester Art & Legacy Fund which will be used to support storage, conservation, preservation, insurance, research, documentation, cataloging, digitization and exhibition development related to the Forrester collection.

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06/06/2026

During BG’s Duncan Hines Days, be sure to visit the “Recommended by Duncan Hines” exhibit at the KY Museum. Admission is FREE. Museum hours Weds-Sat 9AM-4PM. More info at wku.edu/kentuckymuseum.

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06/05/2026

Happy Duncan Hines Days! Want to know more about one of the most recognizable names in American food products? Visit the “Recommended by Duncan Hines” exhibit at the KY Museum. Admission is FREE. Museum hours Weds-Sat 9AM-4PM. More info at wku.edu/kentuckymuseum.

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06/04/2026

Nice shout out from a recent visitor! Come see us Weds-Sat 9AM-4PM. FREE admission, exciting exhibits and we have great air conditioning! 😉

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06/04/2026

While enjoying BG's Duncan Hines Days, learn more about the man behind the cake mix and visit the “Recommended by Duncan Hines” exhibit at the KY Museum. Admission is FREE. Museum hours Weds-Sat 9AM-4PM. More info at wku.edu/kentuckymuseum.

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