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SUMMARY:Museum After Dark: Pit Tournament
DESCRIPTION:New “Museum After Dark” Program! \nThe Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County is offering special “Museum After Dark” programs outside of normal operating hours. \nOn Tuesday\, March 18\, in celebration of Edgar Cayce’s birthday\, the Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County will be offering a special “Museum After Dark” program featuring a game that Mr. Cacye invented – the game of Pit. \nFirst sold in 1904\, Pit allows players to imitate the commodities agricultural traders of the Chicago Board of Trade that was known as “The Pit.” Mr. Cayce invented the card game while he was living in Bowling Green\, Kentucky\, as a fun and educational way to teach those playing about how stock markets work. The game went national after being picked up by the Parker Brothers game company\, although Mr. Cayce only received a dozen or so decks of the cards produced by the company – and $6.00. \nExciting and fast-paced\, Pit players trade commodities like corn\, soybeans\, wheat\, and more in free-for-all style rounds. Once one player collects all of any given commodity\, they “corner the market” and end the round. Points are given for commodities collected.   \nEnjoy a little friendly competition at the Museum – and celebrate Edgar Cayce’s birthday – on Tuesday\, March 18 at 6 p.m. Pit is an individual competition game\, so no teams are necessary!  \nThe program will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum on Tuesday\, March 18 at 6 p.m. Regular admission rates apply\, but museum members are free to attend. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270 or email our Learning Coordinator: brett@museumsofhopkinsville.org.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/museum-after-dark-pit-tournament/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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SUMMARY:Carentan Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County is happy to host the delegation from our sister city of Carentan\, France. \nTeacher and curator of the Normandy Victory Museum\, M. Patrick Fissot\, will be presenting about his museum and making connections between the people of Hopkinsville and Carentan. \nWe hope you’ll join us in person or follow our Facebook Live stream on Thursday\, March 20\, at 3:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/carentan-presentation/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cayce Days 2025
DESCRIPTION:Register for Cayce Days!\nThe Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County\, Visit Hopkinsville\, and Milkweed Health & Harmony Emporium are making plans to celebrate the work of psychic Edgar Cayce the weekend of Friday\, March 21 through Sunday\, March 23\, 2025. Join us in downtown Hopkinsville for activities that center around Edgar Cayce’s roots in Christian County and the major impact he continues to make throughout the world. \nThe weekend will feature special presentations by Jessica Newell\, director of the Edgar Cayce Foundation\, and professional astrologer Mallory Key and Reiki healing sessions with Michelle Rodriguez Cook. \nBorn in Christian County in 1877\, Edgar Cayce displayed great gifts of clairvoyance that he used to help thousands of people overcome health and other problems. Widely known as the “Sleeping Prophet\,” Cayce is credited at being an early force in holistic medicine and in the New Age movement. His lifetime work continues to provide healthy living goals\, spiritual ideals\, and life lessons today. \nWe welcome special presenters Jessica Newell and Mallory Key to our Cayce Days program this year. Jessica Newell is an archivist\, historian and writer. She is the Director of the Edgar Cayce Foundation and the Library of the Association for Research and Enlightenment in Virginia Beach\, Virginia. Since 2018\, she has studied Edgar Cayce through his archive of over 14\,000 readings and historic records. Her work brings to life the human stories behind the Cayce readings and explores how we can learn from them today. \nMallory Key is a professional astrologer accredited with the American Federation for Astrologers. Bringing more than 15 years experience\, Key brings insight into the astral influences that affect our daily lives. \nRegistration is required for all learning sessions. Register for the full weekend for $75 ($65 for Museum Members) or for individual sessions for $20 each ($15 for Museum Members) online or by calling the museum at 270-887-4270. \nVisiting from out of town? The Holiday Inn and Suites is offering a discounted rate for Cayce Days. Call us for more information. \nUnless specified otherwise\, all programs and activities will take place at the Pennyroyal Area Museum located at 217 East 9th Street in downtown Hopkinsville. \nFor more information and to register for sessions\, visit our Facebook page\, website\, or call the Museums at 270-887-4270. \nWeekend’s Activities\nFriday\, March 21\, 2025\n5:00-6:00pm: Opening Reception\n6:00pm: Alissa Keller & Grace Abernethy\, Welcome and Grounding in Hopkinsville\n6:30pm: Jessica Newell\, “How to Build a Psychic Hospital: Carrie House and the Edgar Cayce Readings” \nSaturday\, March 22\, 2025\n*Reiki sessions starting at 10:15am*\n8:30am: Morning Setting Up Exercises\n9-10:30am: Jessica Newell\, “Tracing the Threads: Edgar Cayce on World Events 1938-1944”\n10:45-12:15pm: Mallory Key\, Astrology\n12:30pm-1:30pm: Group Lunch\n1:30pm-5:00pm: Free Form: Downtown Walking Tour\, Labyrinth\, Tour of Riverside Cemetery\, Edgar Cayce Cell Phone Tour\, Hands-on Activity\, Tea Tasting\, Chakra Check Point\, Pit Tournament\, Bus Tour to Schoolhouse\, Meditation centers\, Museum’s Cayce Artifacts\n5:00-7:00pm: Dinner on Own\n7:00pm: Special Performance “To Sleep Perchance: In Search of Edgar Cayce” \nSunday\, March 23\, 2025\n10:00am: Panel Discussion with Jessica\, Mallory\, and Hoptown\n11:30am: Farewells \n“All work and no play is as bad as all play with no work.” \nEdgar Cayce reading 2823-3
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/cayce-days-2025/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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SUMMARY:History on Tap: Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County invites you to our next History on Tap  on Thursday\, March 27 at 6:30pm at Hopkinsville Brewing Company. \n\nWe’re celebrating Women’s History Month and local women educators this month. \nThe National Women’s History Alliance chooses a theme for Women’s History Month in March. This year\, the theme is “Moving Forward Together: Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.” Join a few of our favorite current educators as we share stories and highlights of women who have taught and shaped local students across the decades. \n\nHistory on Tap is a free series that seeks to share local history in a relaxed\, fun setting. Programs are typically held on the last Thursday of the month at 6:30pm at Hopkinsville Brewing Company. \nFor more information\, follow us on Facebook or give us a call at 270-887-4270.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/history-on-tap-womens-history-month/
LOCATION:Hopkinsville Brewing Company\, 102 E 5th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY\, 42240\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T103000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Sleuths: Curious Case of Mr. Cayce
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County is excited to announce the next installment of the new Saturday Sleuths program on March 29 from 10:30am-11:30am. Designed for children ages 6-12\, Saturday Sleuths will invite students to become detectives and help solve a history mystery at the museum on the last Saturday of every month. \nMarch’s program is entitled\, “The Curious Case of Mr. Cayce” and will explore information about psychic Edgar Cayce. Edgar Cayce was born in Christian County on March 18\, 1877. During his life\, he became known as the “Sleeping Prophet” due to his ability to answer questions from people while in a sleep-like trance. In celebration of his birth\, this month’s mystery will give students a chance to learn about Mr. Cayce and some of his gifts while also investigating what others thought and wrote about him. \nThe program will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. The cost of the program is $3\, but Museum Members will be given free admission. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270 or email our Learning Coordinator: brett@museumsofhopkinsville.org.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/saturday-sleuths-curious-case-of-mr-cayce/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250331T100000
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SUMMARY:Open for Spring Break
DESCRIPTION:The Pennyroyal Area Museum will be open an extra day next week for Spring Break! \nVisit the Museum all week – Monday\, March 31 through Saturday\, April 5 – from 10am until 4pm. Pick up a special activity to do in the museum and out in the community\, too. Follow our Facebook page for updates and more information. \nWe hope to see you next week!
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/open-for-spring-break/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T173000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors of the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 4:30pm. Meetings are conducted at the Pennyroyal Area Museum and are open to the public. There is no meeting in December. \nAPRIL’S DRAFT AGENDA \nCall to Order and Review Board Meeting Agenda \nReview and Approve March 2025 Meeting Minutes \nVisioning & Education Activity \nUnfinished Business \nWoody Winfree Fire-Transportation Museum Update \n2025 Gala Update \nNew Business \nAppointment of Nominating Committee \nBoard & Committee Reports \nDirector’s Report \nTreasurer’s Reports \nExecutive Director’s Evaluation \nAnnouncements \nAdjournment \nUpcoming meeting dates: \n\nMay 14\, 2025\nJune 11\, 2025
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/board-meeting-13/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T180000
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SUMMARY:Supper Club: Kentucky Favorites
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County and the Human Rights Commission of Hopkinsville-Christian County invite you to join The Supper Club: Inspiring Cultural & Culinary Conversations\, an open group that will explore the diversity of our community through food. The club is open to anyone who loves food\, conversation\, and learning about other cultures through commensality\, which means together at the table.  \nThe Supper Club’s next meeting will be Thursday\, April 10 and will meet at the Pennyroyal Area Museum at 6pm. This month’s program features Matthew Brown who will be preparing updated versions of classic Kentucky foods. Retired chef and founder of Wandering Kentucky\, Matthew has traveled the commonwealth – always with an eye for unique food experiences. He will combine his skills as a chef with his passion for storytelling and history for this gathering of the Supper Club. \nMatthew will demonstrate new takes on some of the most iconic dishes in our state’s culinary heritage\, and guests will have the opportunity to taste and experience the cuisine. Folks will take home a recipe and any unique ingredients required to cook the dish at home. \nGet Tickets!\nThe cost to attend this delicious program will be $10.00 per person or you can purchase a season pass to attend all remaining 5 programs for $50.00. Dates for upcoming Supper Club gatherings will be June 12\, August 7\, October 9\, and December 11\, 2025. All programs will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum at 6pm. \nTickets can be purchased at the Pennyroyal Area Museum or online in our Shopify store.  \nThe Supper Club is designed to build community belonging. Sharing conversations over a meal is a great way to bring people together to share their culture\, rituals\, and traditions. With compassion at heart and a journey with history\, our goal is to build a community that understands and promotes cross-cultural dialogue with our neighbors.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/supper-club-kentucky-favorites/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T190000
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SUMMARY:bell hooks Book Club in April
DESCRIPTION:The bell hooks Legacy Group\, the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County\, Hoptown Chronicle\, and the Christian County Literacy Council will celebrate the life and work of Hopkinsville native bell hooks with a book discussion on Monday\, April 21 at 6pm in the bell hooks Legacy Room at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. \nThe bell hooks Book Club is an informal group who will come together in conversation of Hopkinsville native bell hooks and her extensive work. All are welcome to join the discussion. \nBorn Gloria Jean Watkins in Hopkinsville and writing under the pen name bell hooks\, this remarkable woman published 40 books in her lifetime. The cultural critic\, educator\, and theorist is best known for her writings on feminism\, race\, and class\, but she also wrote children’s books and books about love\, spirituality\, and healthy relationships. \nAfter our meeting in February\, it was decided that the group would meet more frequently to discuss shorter readings in greater depth. The group is starting a discussion of bell hooks’s 2000 book All About Love: New Visions. Writer\, cultural critic\, feminist icon\, and Hopkinsville native bell hooks explores what causes a polarized society and how to heal divisions. This New York Times bestselling book offers the truth about love in an expansive context and gives inspiration to help us instill caring\, compassion\, and strength in all our interactions. \nThe group will discuss the Introduction. Discussions of following chapters will be held on the third Monday of each month. \nCopies of All About Love are available in The Vault by Planters Bank Museum Shop\, online through our Shopify store\, to check out from the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library\, or from Amazon or your favorite bookseller. \nStop by The Vault Museum Shop at the Pennyroyal Area Museum to purchase a copy of Salvation: Black People and Love and to pick up a bell hooks button – while supplies last.  \nThe bell hooks Legacy Group is a grassroots alliance that nurtures the meaning and impact of the writer’s stories\, essays and poems in her hometown\, Hopkinsville\, Kentucky\, where she began life as Gloria Jean Watkins. Follow bellhookslegacygroup on Instagram for more information. \nFor more information\, contact the Museums at 270-887-4270 or visit us in person at the Pennyroyal Area Museum.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/bell-hooks-book-club-in-april/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T183000
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SUMMARY:History on Tap: Dr. Eugene Poole\, Jr.
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County invites you to our next History on Tap  on Thursday\, April 24 at 6:30pm at Hopkinsville Brewing Company for a special program by Taylor Hayes about Dr. Eugene Poole\, Jr. \n\nHopkinsville native Dr. Eugene Poole\, Jr. is an architect and certified project construction manager who oversaw the restoration of the U.S. Capitol dome in Washington\, D.C. In addition to his extensive resume as an architect\, Dr. Poole is also an ordained minister\, former professor of religion and philosophy\, and a talented tapestry and quilt artist. Join Taylor Hayes\, president and CEO of the Christian Chamber of Commerce\, for an exploration of the life and career of this most remarkable local man. \n\nHistory on Tap is a free series that seeks to share local history in a relaxed\, fun setting. Programs are typically held on the last Thursday of the month at 6:30pm at Hopkinsville Brewing Company. \nFor more information\, follow us on Facebook or give us a call at 270-887-4270.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/history-on-tap-dr-eugene-poole-jr/
LOCATION:Hopkinsville Brewing Company\, 102 E 5th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY\, 42240\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T113000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Sleuths: The Border State Burglary
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County is excited to announce the next installment of the new Saturday Sleuths program on April 26 from 10:30am-11:30am. Designed for children ages 6-12\, Saturday Sleuths will invite students to become detectives and help solve a history mystery at the museum on the last Saturday of every month. \nApril’s program is entitled “The Border State Burglary.” From 1861 to 1865\, the United States experienced a tragic civil war where northern and southern states fought each other. Many southern states separated from the U.S. to form the Confederate States\, but Kentucky stayed a part of the Union as a border state. Christian County was often invaded by both sides\, and the city of Hopkinsville was traded back and forth between the Union and the Confederacy throughout the war. \nThis month we’ll be investigating events that occurred during this time as we try to get to the bottom of a Civil War mystery while learning map skills. \nThe program will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. The cost of the program is $3\, but Museum Members will be given free admission. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270 or email our Learning Coordinator: brett@museumsofhopkinsville.org.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/saturday-sleuths-the-border-state-burglary/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T130000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
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SUMMARY:Spring Stroll
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County invites you to take a late morning Spring Stroll with us on Saturday\, April 26 at 11:30am. Led by Museum Director Alissa Keller\, this walking tour will explore the residential district along South Main and beyond. She will discuss historic architecture while sharing stories of the people that have shaped our town. \nRegister Now!\nThe tour will start in the parking lot at First Baptist Church on the corner of South Main and E. 16th Street. The tour will last approximately 90 minutes and cover approximately one mile. Registration is encouraged. Tickets are $10 per person and $5 for Museum Members. Purchase tickets online through our Shopify Store or in person at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/spring-stroll-2/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church Parking Lot\, South Main & E 16th Street\, Hopkinsville\, 42240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T183000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
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SUMMARY:AP History Exam Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County will be hosting an AP History Exam Workshop at the Pennyroyal Area Museum on Tuesday\, April 29 at 6:30 p.m. \nJoin Brett Pritchett\, the Museum’s Learning Coordinator\, for a night of tips and tricks for taking the AP tests for United States\, European\, and World History! Brett brings over fifteen years experience in preparing students for AP exams.  He will discuss test format\, provide test-taking strategies\, and give essay writing tips. \nRegister Now!\nCost for the program is $5.00 per student and pre-registration is required.  Register for the workshop at the museum\, by visiting the museum’s website shop\, or by scanning the QR code provided. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270 or email our Learning Coordinator: brett@museumsofhopkinsville.org.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/ap-history-exam-workshop/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T173000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250501T053041Z
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UID:7005-1747240200-1747243800@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors of the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 4:30pm. Meetings are conducted at the Pennyroyal Area Museum and are open to the public. There is no meeting in December. \nMAY’S DRAFT AGENDA \nCall to Order and Review Board Meeting Agenda \nReview and Approve April 2025 Meeting Minutes \nVisioning & Education Activity: Finish STEPS \nUnfinished Business \nWoody Winfree Fire-Transportation Museum Update \n2025 Gala Update \nNew Business \nProposed Deaccessions \nBoard & Committee Reports \nDirector’s Report \nTreasurer’s Reports \nCollections Committee Report \nExecutive Director’s Evaluation \nAnnouncements \nAdjournment \nUpcoming meeting dates: \n\nJune 11\, 2025
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/board-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Board-Meeting-for-Web-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250519T190000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250501T052810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T191534Z
UID:7004-1747677600-1747681200@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:bell hooks Book Club in May
DESCRIPTION:The bell hooks Legacy Group\, the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County\, Hoptown Chronicle\, and the Christian County Literacy Council will celebrate the life and work of Hopkinsville native bell hooks with a book discussion on Monday\, April 21 at 6pm in the bell hooks Legacy Room at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. \nThe bell hooks Book Club is an informal group who will come together in conversation of Hopkinsville native bell hooks and her extensive work. All are welcome to join the discussion. \nBorn Gloria Jean Watkins in Hopkinsville and writing under the pen name bell hooks\, this remarkable woman published 40 books in her lifetime. The cultural critic\, educator\, and theorist is best known for her writings on feminism\, race\, and class\, but she also wrote children’s books and books about love\, spirituality\, and healthy relationships. \nThe group continues its discussion of bell hooks’s 2000 book All About Love: New Visions. Writer\, cultural critic\, feminist icon\, and Hopkinsville native bell hooks explores what causes a polarized society and how to heal divisions. This New York Times bestselling book offers the truth about love in an expansive context and gives inspiration to help us instill caring\, compassion\, and strength in all our interactions. \nThe group will discuss Chapter 1 “Clarity: Give Love Words” and Chapter 2 “Justice: Childhood Love Lessons.” Discussions of following chapters will be held on the third Monday of each month. \nCopies of All About Love are available in The Vault by Planters Bank Museum Shop\, online through our Shopify store\, to check out from the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library\, or from Amazon or your favorite bookseller. \nStop by The Vault Museum Shop at the Pennyroyal Area Museum to purchase a copy of Salvation: Black People and Love and to pick up a bell hooks button – while supplies last.  \nThe bell hooks Legacy Group is a grassroots alliance that nurtures the meaning and impact of the writer’s stories\, essays and poems in her hometown\, Hopkinsville\, Kentucky\, where she began life as Gloria Jean Watkins. Follow bellhookslegacygroup on Instagram for more information. \nFor more information\, contact the Museums at 270-887-4270 or visit us in person at the Pennyroyal Area Museum.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/bell-hooks-book-club-in-may/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/bell-hooks-book-club-5.19.25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T190000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250520T192035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T211208Z
UID:7082-1748368800-1748372400@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Tombstone Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Roll up your sleeves with us to scrub the dirt off a bit of history. Join us on Tuesday\, May 27 at 6pm in Vine Street Cemetery (also known as Union Benevolent Society Cemetery)* for our FIRST Tombstone Tuesday of the season.  \nLocated on Vine Street just past Wood and Bradshaw streets\, this cemetery was established in 1866 by the Union Benevolent Society\, an organization of newly-freed African Americans just after the conclusion of the Civil War. The group was one of several Black benevolent societies locally and nationally. It served the purpose of financially caring for widows and orphans and for providing a burial place for its members. Commonly referred to as Vine Street Cemetery\, this site is the final resting place of hundreds of local people including dozens of African American veterans of the Civil War. The cemetery ceased to be used as an active burial ground in the mid-20th century and is now owned and maintained by the City of Hopkinsville. \nFolks will receive a brief training on respectful cemetery etiquette and on how to document and clean historic tombstones safely before grabbing a bucket and brush. Learn more about Hopkinsville’s history while making our community a brighter place! \nThis program is free to attend\, and the Museum will provide all supplies – including bug spray. We encourage folks to wear real shoes (not sandals) and pants. \nThis is the fourth year that the Museum has cleaned tombstones as a community outreach program. Our friends at Hoptown Chronicle wrote THIS great article about our first cleaning last year. \nWe expect to finish all of the stones in the Union Benevolent Cemetery this year. Stay tuned for where we plan to clean next summer!
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/tombstone-tuesday-4/
LOCATION:Vine Street Cemetery\, North Vine & Dupuy streets\, Hopkinsville\, KY\, 42240\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Tombstone-Tuesday-2025-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T113000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250520T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T212638Z
UID:7015-1748687400-1748691000@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Sleuths: The Derby Dilemma
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County is excited to announce the next installment of the new Saturday Sleuths program on May 31 from 10:30am-11:30am. Designed for children ages 6-12\, Saturday Sleuths will invite students to become detectives and help solve a history mystery at the museum on the last Saturday of every month. \nIn “The Derby Dilemma\,” students will learn about horse racing\, the Kentucky Derby\, and a derby winner named Flying Ebony that was from here in Christian County! \nThis month we’ll be investigating events that occurred during this time as we try to get to the bottom of a Civil War mystery while learning map skills. \nThe program will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. The cost of the program is $3\, but Museum Members will be given free admission. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270 or email our Learning Coordinator: brett@museumsofhopkinsville.org.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/saturday-sleuths-the-derby-dilemma/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Saturday-Sleuths-5.31.2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T193000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250520T190756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165237Z
UID:7028-1749231000-1749238200@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Downtown Tipsy Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County for a night on the town has been rescheduled for Friday\, June 6 at 5:30pm for our spring Downtown Tipsy Tour.\n\nThis walking tour will start at the Pennyroyal Area Museum and will visit three of Hopkinsville’s downtown establishments as we stroll and drink our way through some of the seedy and scandalous moments of the past. Great for a night out with friends!\n\nAlcohol is optional (of course)\, but a special adult beverage at The Crusty Pig\, The Mixer\, and Hopkinsville Brewing Company. This program is limited to guests 21 and over.\n\nThe tour will last about 2 hours\, cover approximately 1-1 ½ miles\, and will end at Hopkinsville Brewing Company on 5th Street.\n\nTickets are $35.00 per person. Museum Members receive a $5.00 discount.\n\nTickets can be purchased at the Pennyroyal Area Museum or online through Shopify.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/downtown-tipsy-tour-2/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Museum-After-Dark-Tipsy-Tour-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T120000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250520T192521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165242Z
UID:7085-1749290400-1749297600@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Historical Marker Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:All Aboard for the Historical Marker Bus Tour!\nThe Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County and Visit Hopkinsville are taking our show on the road on a special bus tour of Christian County’s Historical Markers. Join us this Saturday\, JUNE 7 at 10am for a county-wide riding tour to visit our state historical markers. \nSince 1949\, the Kentucky Historical Society has partnered with communities across the commonwealth to install more than 2\,400 historical markers that share our state’s complex and remarkable history. Of those 2\,400 markers\, twenty-three are located in Christian County – with one more approved for installation. The earliest was dedicated here in 1964; the most recent is set to be dedicated in two weeks. These markers tell stories of notable people\, places\, and events that have shaped our community\, our state\, and our country. \nReserve Your Seat!\nThe bus will load and the tour will begin at the Visitors Center (1730 E. 9th Street). The tour will be narrated by Alissa Keller\, Museum Director\, will last about 2 hours\, and will include one comfort stop at the Pennyroyal Area Museum.  \nCost to ride is $20.00 per person. Tickets can be purchased online through Shopify or in-person at the Visitors Center or at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. The tour is limited to 12 people.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/historical-marker-bus-tour-2/
LOCATION:Hopkinsville Visitors Center\, 1730 E 9th Street\, Hopkinsville\, KY\, 42240
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Marker-Bus-Tour-Event-2025-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T173000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250520T191056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T191056Z
UID:7071-1749659400-1749663000@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors of the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 4:30pm. Meetings are conducted at the Pennyroyal Area Museum and are open to the public. There is no meeting in December. \nJUNE’S DRAFT AGENDA \nCall to Order and Review Board Meeting Agenda \nReview and Approve May 2025 Meeting Minutes \nVisioning & Education Activity \nUnfinished Business \nWoody Winfree Fire-Transportation Museum Update \n2025 Gala Update \nNew Business \nProposed Officer’s Slate \nBoard & Committee Reports \nDirector’s Report \nTreasurer’s Reports \nExecutive Director’s Evaluation \nAnnouncements \nAdjournment \nUpcoming meeting dates: \n\nJuly 9\, 2025\nAugust 13\, 2025\nSeptember 10\, 2025\nOctober 8\, 2025\nNovember 12\, 2025 – Joint Meeting with the Hopkinsville History Foundation
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/board-meeting-15/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Board-Meeting-for-Web-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T200000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250520T223242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165246Z
UID:7089-1749751200-1749758400@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Supper Club: Scottish Food
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County and the Human Rights Commission of Hopkinsville-Christian County invite you to join The Supper Club: Inspiring Cultural & Culinary Conversations\, an open group that will explore the diversity of our community through food. The club is open to anyone who loves food\, conversation\, and learning about other cultures through commensality\, which means together at the table.  \nThe Supper Club’s next meeting will be Thursday\, June 12 and will meet at the Pennyroyal Area Museum at 6pm. This month’s program features Graham and Heather Dawson who will be preparing Scottish dishes. The proprietors of The Mixer will share a few of their favorite family recipes that traveled across the pond with Graham’s family.  \nHeather and Graham will demonstrate dishes\, and guests will have the opportunity to taste and experience the cuisine. Folks will take home a recipe and any unique ingredients required to cook the dish at home. \nGet Tickets!\nThe cost to attend this delicious program will be $10.00 per person. Dates for upcoming Supper Club gatherings will be August 14\, October 9\, and December 11\, 2025. All programs will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum at 6pm. \nTickets can be purchased at the Pennyroyal Area Museum or online in our Shopify store.  \nThe Supper Club is designed to build community belonging. Sharing conversations over a meal is a great way to bring people together to share their culture\, rituals\, and traditions. With compassion at heart and a journey with history\, our goal is to build a community that understands and promotes cross-cultural dialogue with our neighbors.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/supper-club-scottish-food/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Supper-Club-06.12.2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T190000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250603T212419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165251Z
UID:7072-1750096800-1750100400@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:bell hooks Book Club in June
DESCRIPTION:The bell hooks Legacy Group\, the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County\, Hoptown Chronicle\, and the Christian County Literacy Council will celebrate the life and work of Hopkinsville native bell hooks with a book discussion on Monday\, April 21 at 6pm in the bell hooks Legacy Room at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. \nThe bell hooks Book Club is an informal group who will come together in conversation of Hopkinsville native bell hooks and her extensive work. All are welcome to join the discussion. \nBorn Gloria Jean Watkins in Hopkinsville and writing under the pen name bell hooks\, this remarkable woman published 40 books in her lifetime. The cultural critic\, educator\, and theorist is best known for her writings on feminism\, race\, and class\, but she also wrote children’s books and books about love\, spirituality\, and healthy relationships. \nThe group continues its discussion of bell hooks’s 2000 book All About Love: New Visions. Writer\, cultural critic\, feminist icon\, and Hopkinsville native bell hooks explores what causes a polarized society and how to heal divisions. This New York Times bestselling book offers the truth about love in an expansive context and gives inspiration to help us instill caring\, compassion\, and strength in all our interactions. \nThe group will discuss Chapter 3 “Honesty: Be True to Love” and Chapter 4 “Commitment: Let Love Be Love in Me.” Discussions of following chapters will be held on the third Monday of each month. \nCopies of All About Love are available in The Vault by Planters Bank Museum Shop\, online through our Shopify store\, to check out from the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library\, or from Amazon or your favorite bookseller. \nStop by The Vault Museum Shop at the Pennyroyal Area Museum to purchase a copy of Salvation: Black People and Love and to pick up a bell hooks button – while supplies last.  \nThe bell hooks Legacy Group is a grassroots alliance that nurtures the meaning and impact of the writer’s stories\, essays and poems in her hometown\, Hopkinsville\, Kentucky\, where she began life as Gloria Jean Watkins. Follow bellhookslegacygroup on Instagram for more information. \nFor more information\, contact the Museums at 270-887-4270 or visit us in person at the Pennyroyal Area Museum.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/bell-hooks-book-club-in-june/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/bell-hooks-book-club-and-.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T190000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250603T212621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165257Z
UID:7116-1750788000-1750791600@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Tombstone Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Roll up your sleeves with us to scrub the dirt off a bit of history. Join us on Tuesday\, June 24 at 6pm in Vine Street Cemetery (also known as Union Benevolent Society Cemetery)* for our FIRST Tombstone Tuesday of the season.  \nLocated on Vine Street just past Wood and Bradshaw streets\, this cemetery was established in 1866 by the Union Benevolent Society\, an organization of newly-freed African Americans just after the conclusion of the Civil War. The group was one of several Black benevolent societies locally and nationally. It served the purpose of financially caring for widows and orphans and for providing a burial place for its members. Commonly referred to as Vine Street Cemetery\, this site is the final resting place of hundreds of local people including dozens of African American veterans of the Civil War. The cemetery ceased to be used as an active burial ground in the mid-20th century and is now owned and maintained by the City of Hopkinsville. \nFolks will receive a brief training on respectful cemetery etiquette and on how to document and clean historic tombstones safely before grabbing a bucket and brush. Learn more about Hopkinsville’s history while making our community a brighter place! \nThis program is free to attend\, and the Museum will provide all supplies – including bug spray. We encourage folks to wear real shoes (not sandals) and pants. \nThis is the fourth year that the Museum has cleaned tombstones as a community outreach program. Our friends at Hoptown Chronicle wrote THIS great article about our first cleaning last year. \nWe expect to finish all of the stones in the Union Benevolent Cemetery this year. Stay tuned for where we plan to clean next summer!
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/tombstone-tuesday-5/
LOCATION:Vine Street Cemetery\, North Vine & Dupuy streets\, Hopkinsville\, KY\, 42240\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Tombstone-Tuesday-June-24-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T193000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250528T210942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165304Z
UID:7110-1750962600-1750966200@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:History on Tap: Alcohol and the Kentucky Shakers
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County invites you to our next History on Tap  on Thursday\, June 26 at 6:30pm at Hopkinsville Brewing Company for “Making Use Ardent Spirits: Alcohol and the Kentucky Shakers” with Tommy Hines. \n\nFrom 1807 through 1922\, a religious sect known as the Shakers occupied a 6\,000-acre farm in nearby Logan County. Naming their village South Union\, the Shakers practiced a communal lifestyle based on withdrawal from the “world” and with an emphasis on simplicity and perfection in all things. Their lifestyle also included the production of “ardent spirits” for both sale and consumption. South Union made whiskey in a stillhouse as early as the 1820s. Join Tommy Hines\, Director of South Union Shaker Village and member of the Kentucky Humanities Council’s Speakers Bureau\, as he explores the history of our Shaker neighbors and shares about their newly-released Shakertown Spirits bourbon. \n\nHistory on Tap is a free series that seeks to share local history in a relaxed\, fun setting. Programs are typically held on the last Thursday of the month at 6:30pm at Hopkinsville Brewing Company. \nFor more information\, follow us on Facebook or give us a call at 270-887-4270.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/history-on-tap-alcohol-and-the-kentucky-shakers/
LOCATION:Hopkinsville Brewing Company\, 102 E 5th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY\, 42240\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/May-Shakers-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T113000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250603T213348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165308Z
UID:7119-1751106600-1751110200@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Sleuths: The Circus Catastrophe
DESCRIPTION:The Museums of Hopkinsville-Christian County is excited to announce the next installment of the new Saturday Sleuths program on June 28 from 10:30am-11:30am. Designed for children ages 6-12\, Saturday Sleuths will invite students to become detectives and help solve a history mystery at the museum on the last Saturday of every month. \nStep right up to help us solve the mystery of “The Circus Catastrophe” at the Museum’s next Saturday Sleuths program.  Just days away from opening night\, the Pennyroyal Circus is having a lot of issues!  Missing items\, equipment failure\, and a mysterious injury to the Ring Master are threatening to shut the show down before it even gets started.  Help us figure out who or what is behind all the problems before the circus owner decides to cancel the circus and leave town! \nThe program will be held at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. The cost of the program is $3\, but Museum Members will be given free admission. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Museum at (270) 887-4270 or email our Learning Coordinator: brett@museumsofhopkinsville.org.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/saturday-sleuths-the-circus-catastrophe/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Saturday-Sleuths-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250603T214626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T165311Z
UID:7122-1751205600-1751212800@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Preservation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Grace Abernethy\, preservationist and artist\, will lead a hands-on workshop showing techniques to re-glaze historic windows. \nCost to attend is $20 and registration is required. Register online HERE. \nAll supplies will be provided.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/preservation-workshop/
LOCATION:144 Alumni Avenue\, 144 Alumni Avenue\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Preservation-Workshops-2025.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T173000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250703T170546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T170546Z
UID:7126-1752078600-1752082200@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors of the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 4:30pm. Meetings are conducted at the Pennyroyal Area Museum and are open to the public. There is no meeting in December. \nJULY’S DRAFT AGENDA \nCall to Order and Review Board Meeting Agenda \nReview and Approve June 2025 Meeting Minutes \nVisioning & Education Activity: Strategic Plan Benchmarks \nUnfinished Business \nWoody Winfree Fire-Transportation Museum Update \n2025 Gala Update \nNew Business \nBoard Retreat \nBoard & Committee Reports \nDirector’s Report \nTreasurer’s Reports \nExecutive Director’s Evaluation \nAnnouncements \nAdjournment \nUpcoming meeting dates: \n\nAugust 13\, 2025\nSeptember 10\, 2025\nOctober 8\, 2025\nNovember 12\, 2025 – Joint Meeting with the Hopkinsville History Foundation
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/board-meeting-16/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Board-Meeting-for-Web-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T113000
DTSTAMP:20261008T235743
CREATED:20250703T171518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T171826Z
UID:7136-1752489000-1752492600@www.museumsofhopkinsville.org
SUMMARY:Museum Monday: Hopkinsville Fire Department
DESCRIPTION:Museum Monday: Hopkinsville Fire Department features the hottest and most heroic of special guests! The Hopkinsville Fire Department will join us at the museum to talk about what firefighters do. They will be letting those who attend get a close-up experience with an actual fire truck\, too. \nNo need to register – just show up at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. Regular admission rates apply. \nFor more information on these programs or anything else\, follow us on Facebook or give us a call at 270-887-4270. 
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/museum-monday-hopkinsville-fire-department/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
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SUMMARY:bell hooks Book Club in July
DESCRIPTION:The bell hooks Legacy Group\, the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County\, Hoptown Chronicle\, and the Christian County Literacy Council will celebrate the life and work of Hopkinsville native bell hooks with a book discussion on Monday\, July 21 at 6pm in the bell hooks Legacy Room at the Pennyroyal Area Museum. \nThe bell hooks Book Club is an informal group who will come together in conversation of Hopkinsville native bell hooks and her extensive work. All are welcome to join the discussion. \nBorn Gloria Jean Watkins in Hopkinsville and writing under the pen name bell hooks\, this remarkable woman published 40 books in her lifetime. The cultural critic\, educator\, and theorist is best known for her writings on feminism\, race\, and class\, but she also wrote children’s books and books about love\, spirituality\, and healthy relationships. \nThe group continues its discussion of bell hooks’s 2000 book All About Love: New Visions. Writer\, cultural critic\, feminist icon\, and Hopkinsville native bell hooks explores what causes a polarized society and how to heal divisions. This New York Times bestselling book offers the truth about love in an expansive context and gives inspiration to help us instill caring\, compassion\, and strength in all our interactions. \nThe group continues its discussion of bell hooks’s 2000 book All About Love: New Visions with Chapter 5 “Spirituality: Divine Love” and Chapter 6 “Values: Living by a Love Ethic.” \nCopies of All About Love are available in The Vault by Planters Bank Museum Shop\, online through our Shopify store\, to check out from the Hopkinsville-Christian County Public Library\, or from Amazon or your favorite bookseller. \nThe bell hooks Legacy Group is a grassroots alliance that nurtures the meaning and impact of the writer’s stories\, essays and poems in her hometown\, Hopkinsville\, Kentucky\, where she began life as Gloria Jean Watkins. Follow bellhookslegacygroup on Instagram for more information. \nFor more information\, contact the Museums at 270-887-4270 or visit us in person at the Pennyroyal Area Museum.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/bell-hooks-book-club-in-july/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County":MAILTO:info@museumsofhopkinsville.org
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SUMMARY:Museum After Dark: Booze and Buildings Tour
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Museum Members!\nJoin the Museums of Historic Hopkinsville-Christian County for Museum After Dark: Booze and Buildings Tour an exclusive night as we explore Hopkinsville’s Downtown Entertainment District. \nThis walking tour will start at the Pennyroyal Area Museum and will visit four of Hopkinsville’s downtown establishments as we stroll and drink our way through the district. Alissa Keller\, Museum Director\, will share stories of the buildings that make up our historic landscape with special features on those who provided beer and spirits through the years. She is liable to throw in a few salacious tales\, too! The tour is offered in collaboration with Art After Dark. \nAlcohol is optional and can be purchased at each location we visit The Book & Bottle Shop\, The Crusty Pig\, The Mixer\, and Hopkinsville Brewing Company Get a cup at the first stop – and refill as we go! \nThis program is limited to guests 21 and over. The tour is FREE for Museum Members\, but each person will be responsible for purchasing drinks along the way. \nThe tour will last about 2 hours\, cover approximately 1-1 ½ miles\, and will end at Hopkinsville Brewing Company on 5th Street. \nThis tour is an EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE for Museum Members. Information about registering for the tour will be sent directly to members\, or you can call the museum for details. \nNot a Member – but still interested in the tour? Memberships start at $25 for the year and can be purchased through Shopify. For more information about membership benefits and pricing\, visit our JOIN US page.
URL:https://www.museumsofhopkinsville.org/event/museum-after-dark-booze-and-buildings-tour/
LOCATION:Pennyroyal Area Museum\, 217 E 9th St\, Hopkinsville\, KY 42240\, Hopkinsville\, United States
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