2008 Kentucky History Awards

The Bullitt County History Museum received three awards at the 2008 Kentucky History Awards banquet in Frankfort, sponsored by the Kentucky Historical Society.

Museum Representatives at Kentucky History Awards

First was an Award of Merit honoring all of the museum's volunteers for their tremendous efforts. Next, the newsletter produced by David Strange was given a Certificate of Commendation, an award that promotes the newsletter as a model for other organizations to emulate. Finally, the museum's web site was presented with a Certificate of Commendation as well.

Also receiving an award was the Pioneer News which was honored with the Media Award for its excellent coverage of the museum's work as well as other stories about the county's history.

Representing the museum at the awards ceremony were David Strange, Daniel Buxton, Charles Hartley, Betty Hartley, Bob Cline, and Sarah Ashbaugh. Steve Thomas represented the Pioneer News.

To see the official announcement, visit this page at the Kentucky Historical Society web site.

The Bullitt County History Museum, a service of the Bullitt County Genealogical Society, is located in the county courthouse at 300 South Buckman Street (Highway 61) in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. The museum, along with its research room, is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Admission is free. The museum, as part of the Bullitt County Genealogical Society, is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization and is classified as a 509(a)2 public charity. Contributions and bequests are deductible under section 2055, 2106, or 2522 of the Internal Revenue Code. This page was last modified on 22 Apr 2008 .