• New Paris and Bourbon County History Exhibit Opening

    Hopewell Museum

    Light refreshments. Free & open to the public. This exhibit will share the history of Paris and Bourbon County from prehistoric Native American settlement through the current day. On display through September 6.

  • Tony Leonard Photography Collection of Secretariat Exhibit Opening

    Hopewell Museum

    Join us on Wednesday, October 25th, from 5:30-7:00pm, to view the spectacular collection of Secretariat photos taken by the late renowned equine photographer, Tony Leonard. This exhibit is curated by our own Bobby Shiflet, of Frames on Main, from his extensive private collection of memorabilia. You won't be disappointed! The Opening Reception includes refreshments and […]

  • Family Fun Series: Night at the Museum

    Hopewell Museum

    Enjoy spooky storytelling by Paul Strickland, for kids first and then adults. Family Fun Series: Hands-on art & history activities. Activities subject to change. Pre-registration requested, space is limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE & Open to the public.

  • 100 Years of the Signal

    Hopewell Museum

    Join us for a celebration of the inventor Garrett Morgan, 100 Years of the Signal 1923-2023, on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 2-5pm at the Hopewell Museum. We will have light refreshments and an unveiling of the model signal. This event is free and open to the public. Presented by Hopewell Museum and Paris Westside […]

  • The Paris 3 Film Showing

    Hopewell Museum

    Join us for a showing of The Paris 3: A Story of Justic, Unity, and Transformation, presented by Story Front. The Paris 3 tells how three young girls dared to confront segregation, inspiring a movement in 1961 that forever altered the small town of Paris, Kentucky. Showtimes are November 17th at 2 p.m. and 6 […]

  • Annual Membership Meeting & Soup Supper

    Hopewell Museum

    Hopewell Museum Members! Join us for our annual member meeting & soup supper on November 18 at 6 PM. Chautauqua performer Simonetta Cochis will entertain us with her interpretation of Madame Mentelle (presented by Kentucky Humanities, with regional sponsors: PNC Bank, Kentucky Colonels, the Cralle Foundation and others). We will vote on our 2024 slate […]

  • Paris 3 Film Matinee Showing

    Hopewell Museum

    Join us for a showing of The Paris 3: A Story of Justic, Unity, and Transformation, presented by Story Front. The Paris 3 tells how three young girls dared to confront segregation, inspiring a movement in 1961 that forever altered the small town of Paris, Kentucky. Showtimes are November 17th at 2 p.m. and 6 […]

  • Family Fun Series: Cookies with Santa

    Hopewell Museum

    Join us for cookies with Santa on Sunday, December 3rd from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.* FREE & Open to the public. *Families of children who have sensory snsitivies or other special needs may prefer to visit between 1:30-2:00 p.m.

  • Christmas Cocktail Party

    Hopewell Museum

    Put on your Christmas best and enjoy a fun evening with friends, surrounded by the collection of photos by Tony Leonard of Secretariat. We will have holiday music, wine, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres. Festive Attire. Puchase tickets online, over the phone with a credit card, or in person before December 7th. Tickets are $35 for […]

  • Exhibit Opening: Paris-Bourbon County History

    Hopewell Museum

    Come join us for the opening of the Paris-Bourbon County History Exhibit on Friday, February 23rd, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public.