Bourbon County Women’s Club 1916-1920

Origins of the women’s club movement The women’s club movement really gained momentum during the Progressive era (1890s-1920s) around the United States primarily as agents of social reform. During this period clubs were mostly organized by white, middle class, and...
A Gentle Man and a Gentleman: Blanton Collier

A Gentle Man and a Gentleman: Blanton Collier

If you grew up in Bourbon County, are a big University of Kentucky or Cleveland Browns football fan, or just love football history then you may already know the name Blanton Collier. If you (like me) are none of those things, then his name is probably not one that you...

Introducing Tales From the Tomb

Introducing, Tales From the Tomb!  For those who have followed our Tales From the Tomb posts on Facebook or Instagram, these posts will be allow us to share more information about the material items related to people, events, and places that have been part of Paris,...
Update: Hopewell Museum Re-Opens

Update: Hopewell Museum Re-Opens

The Hopewell Museum has opened its doors again, but with a few changes to our operating schedule and procedures due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Current Schedule Tuesday by appointment and Wednesday-Friday, 12-5 PM. We will operate without docents for the next...