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KHM, Jr. Woman's Club help save Magic Theatre Marquee
The next time you drive around the Court Square in Barbourville, Kentucky, please take notice of the old Magic Theatre's red, yellow and blue marquee. And know this: the marquee, which dates back to 1941, was nearly demolished just a few short months ago.
Businessman, civic leader, magician Archie West featured in The Knox Countian magazine
The new issue of the Museum's quarterly magazine, The Knox Countian, features a businessman, civic leader, and "magician at heart," Archie West, who lived 1917-1996, mostly in Knox County, Kentucky. The articles and photos were submitted primarily by his son, Archie B. West. Featured are Archie West's Standard Oil Stations in Barbourville and several stories about his practical jokes and pranks.
Boone Trace supported in resolutions by Barbourville and Knox Fiscal Court
The City of Barbourville and Knox County Fiscal Court have passed resolutions in support of the historical significance of the old Boone Trace which passes through Knox County, Kentucky.
J.B Gibson's new recording is tribute to Barbourville, KY
J.B. Gibson of Cleves, Ohio, has provided the Museum with a copy of his song, "I'm So Proud of You," which is a tribute to his old hometown of Barbourville, Kentucky. The name of the town in mentioned in the final stanza. Click the following link to access this song and also his tribute to Daniel Boone entitled "Appalachian Mountains."
Museum seeks Knox County church histories and photos
The Knox Historical Museum is seeking histories and photographs of churches and their congregations in Knox County, Kentucky.
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What Our Patrons Have to Say...
Hello, I was wondering if it would be possible to purchase Volume 3 -1991, all of the articles from that section. If so, how much and how do I complete it? Thanking you in advance.
Great website! I, too, was unaware of the KNOX HISTORICAL MUSEUM WEBSITE. Most of my ancestors lived in Knox County, Ky at one time. I am interested in the Arthur/Bond family ancestry. I hit a brick wall approx 15 years ago, researching my Bond family.
I live at least 3 hours away, but woud live to make the trip if I knew that the information you have is on my West family. would it be possible for someone to send me some names? thank you so much. Linda Gibson
I did not realize you had a website until I received the current issue of the Knox Countian. Susan Arthur was my aunt.
Just wanted to let you know that I found a list of postmasters on line that included my ancestor Ambrose Arthur, who served as postmaster at Flat Lick between 1848-52. List is at
http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~kyknox/Postmaster.html#Flat
This list includes all postmasters from Knox County.
I would love to see the resurrection of the Christmas Party that was so enjoyable. My mom, Janice Potter Trent, was very active during that time. I truly miss the mingling, the great food we all prepared, and the stories told. Please consider doing this again. Thanks!