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Kentucky Societies & Organizations

Listed in Alphabetical Order

  • AAGGKY holds workshops, round table discussions, sponsors events and speakers highlighting topics of interest to those researching Kentucky’s African American generations.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • A regional genealogical and historical society focused on ten Kentucky counties: Breckinridge, Bullitt, Edmonson, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, Jefferson, LaRue, Meade, Nelson, Kentucky and Harrison, Indiana.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Located in Covington and dedicated to preserving the regional history of Northern Kentucky as part of the Ohio Valley, the museum’s archives include records of state, regional, county and municipal political entities, the Corps of Engineers; of river and steamboat, natural history, Civil War, Slavery, industry, and much more.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The museum seeks to bring the history of Central Kentucky to life by collecting, preserving, interpreting and exhibiting the material culture of the region known as the Bluegrass.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The museum contains memorabilia from the city of Frankfort. It is operated by the Frankfort Department of Parks and Recreation and is located at 325 Ann Street downtown.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Incorporated in 1984, the Clay County Genealogical and Historical Society exists to collect and preserve the county’s genealogical and historical records and to help those who want to do research for whatever reason.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The Danville-Boyle County African American Historical Society is committed to the collection, preservation, accessibility, promotion, and communication of the history of the Danville-Boyle County African American community.
    Last Updated: 1 January 2019

  • Founded in 2002, to preserve Elliott Conty’s vastly unique culture, history, and genealogy through the collection of artifacts, historical documents, photographs, and family histories pertaining to Elliott County.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Founded in 1981.

    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The Filson Historical Society is Kentucky’s oldest privately supported Historical Society, founded in 1884. The society has been collecting and preserving Kentucky and thw Ohio Valley region’s significant stories for 130 years.
    Last Updated: 10 Apr 2023

  • Floyd County Historical and Genealogical Society

    The society bring together people interested in history, especially in the history of Floyd County.

    Last Updated: 10 Apr 2023

  • The Frankfort Civil War Roundtable is a group of citizens interested in the history of the War Between the States who enjoy scholarly examination of the war and issues related to that conflict.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The society strives to preserve the history of the county and make its findings open for public use through a museum and research library.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The society was created in 2004 by a group of history and genealogy minded individuals interested in the preservation of Green County history and that of surrounding counties.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • The society exists to study, preserve, and disseminate information about the history of Hardin County.
    Last Updated: 26 September 2018

  • Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The society creates, maintains, and manages a collection of items with Henry County connections, exhibits of historic interest, and educational programs, activities, and special events.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • Hickman County Historical and Genealogical Society

    Last Updated: 10 Apr 2023

  • The society is a leader in preserving western Kentucky history.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • Dedicated to preserving and fostering a knowledge of and an appreciation for culture, history, art and architecture, with special emphasis on the unique features of Bourbon County and the surrounding region.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The region of primary interest to the society includes the present day counties of Ballard, Carlisle, Calloway, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Marshall, and McCracken in Kentucky and Henry, Lake, Obion, and Weakley in Tennessee.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The society provides useful information about their holdings and the many families that have graced Jessamine County since its founding in 1798.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • Johnson County Historical and Genealogical Society

    Last Updated: 10 Apr 2023

  • Founded in 1977, the society’s mission is to promote preservation, research, and dissemination of Kenton County history and genealogy.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Kentucky Civil War Round Table is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of that conflict and the stories of those who fought in it.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The center’s Genealogical & Historical Research Library services a seven county area including: Mason, Bracken, Fleming, and Robertson counties in Kentucky, as well as Adams and Brown counties in Ohio.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The KHS mission is to provide connections to the past, perspective on the present, and inspiration for the future.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The museum engages visitors of all ages in the discovery and interpretation of the history of Lexington, Kentucky and the bluegrass region.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The purpose of this group is to study all aspects of the American Civil War and to promote the interchange of knowledge about it.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The society was founded in 1985 for the purpose of preserving, evaluating, and sharing local records.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • Organized in 1974, the Nicholas County Historical Society manages a museum and genealogical records repository, both located in the former L&N Carlisle Passenger Depot on Market Street.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Ohio County Historical Society is dedicated to preserving local history. We have several facilities for visitors to see: The Thomas House Museum, an L&N caboose, Rustic Relics, Goshen Schoolhouse, Elfie Autry’s store, a log cabin, and a Veteran’s Museum.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Oldham County Historical Society operates the Oldham County History Center, including a library and museum, a block west of the LaGrange courthouse square.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Owen County Historical Society operates a history museum and research center in Owenton.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Owsley County Historical Society is located in the Farm Bureau Building in Booneville.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The purpose of the society is to share historical and genealogical facts and items about Pendleton County Kentucky.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • PCH & GS is a Society for sharing Historical and Genealogical facts and Items about Pendleton County Kentucky.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Pennyroyal Area Museum, located in the old Hopkinsville downtown post office, was established to perpetuate the heritage of Southwestern Kentucky’s rich history.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Pulaski County Historical Society was founded to bring together all who are interested in the history of Pulaski County, Kentucky. Its offices are in the Pulaski County Public Library on South Main Street in Somerset, near the courthouse.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The society is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and protecting the history of Rockcastle County, Kentucky and its residents.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The purpose of the Rowan County Historical Society is to enhance the knowledge of the public, by keeping records of the county and its people.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • Scott County Genealogical Society, Inc. promotes local research, preserves existing records, expands local library holdings, and publishes county records.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Scott County Historical Society, Inc. meets on the third Thursday of each month (March through November) at 7:00 p.m., at various locations in and near Georgetown.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

  • The Society holds several meetings each year. Genealogy researchers are directed to contact the Shelby County Public Library.
    Last Updated: 1 November 2018

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