Meade County KY History Museum

Meade County KY History Museum Our mission is to identify, preserve, promote and display the historic and prehistoric sites, artifacts, documents and lore of Meade County, Kentucky

Admission is free but donations are appreciated.

The Traveling Memorial Wall is Coming to Brandenburg!Experience a powerful piece of history right here in our community....
06/03/2026

The Traveling Memorial Wall is Coming to Brandenburg!
Experience a powerful piece of history right here in our community. The Traveling Memorial Wall—a massive, 360-foot replica of the iconic memorial wall in Washington, D.C.—is making its way to Brandenburg. Stretching the length of an entire football field, this is a profound tribute you definitely won't want to miss.

It will be here Wednesday, July 2nd – Sunday, July 5th.
Located at Brandenburg Telephone Company.
Open to the public for viewing throughout its stay.

Our memorial Ceremony is Friday, July 3rd at 10:00 a.m.

Mark your calendars for this unforgettable experience. Gather with neighbors, pay your respects, and honor the legacy.

Discover Your Place in the Museum FamilyEvery great museum relies on a great community. We are currently seeking enthusi...
06/01/2026

Discover Your Place in the Museum Family
Every great museum relies on a great community. We are currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us maintain, curate, and share our collections.

Opportunities Include: Archiving artifacts, conducting research, leading public tours, and helping with painting, decorating, and light preservation work.

If you are 16 or older and have a way to get here, we would love to welcome you aboard. Turn your spare time into a rewarding experience—join us today!

The Fischers 🇺🇸Honoring Henry Christian Fischer
05/29/2026

The Fischers 🇺🇸

Honoring Henry Christian Fischer

2 PLANTERS LEFT! Thank you Trish Turner, Lisha Duke, Mary Arterburn, and Brenda-Jean Haynes for your commitment to a pl...
05/01/2026

2 PLANTERS LEFT! Thank you Trish Turner, Lisha Duke, Mary Arterburn, and Brenda-Jean Haynes for your commitment to a planter this season!

The Great Planter Adoption is LIVE! 🌸
It’s about that time again! We have 10 planters ready for adoption and looking for a green thumb.

Because these planters are in high demand—and we want to avoid any "sad" empty pots this season—we ask that you only sign up if you are fully committed to following through. We want to ensure every spot gets the love it deserves!

The Details:
-Please bring your own plants (and soil, if you feel it needs it).
-You will receive a gold plaque with the wording of your choice.
-Planting season starts in early May.

To Reserve Yours:
Contact Lisha at [email protected]. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis!

Thank you for helping us keep our community vibrant!

05/01/2026

Civil War Reenactment occuring every other year in Meade Co, Kentucky. Find schedules, reenactor forms, pictures, and sponsors.

A night at the museum! The museum partnered with Meade County Tourism to host an exclusive, after-hours tour for our ele...
05/01/2026

A night at the museum!

The museum partnered with Meade County Tourism to host an exclusive, after-hours tour for our elected officials and their families, offering a private look at the community's rich heritage. Guests enjoyed a wonderful evening of local history complemented by a full spread of refreshments, featuring traditional barbecue, burgoo, sides, and dessert.

Shirley, Gerry, and Steve gave tours. It was a fantastic opportunity for our leaders to connect with the museum’s mission and explore the unique stories that define Meade County.

The Great Planter Adoption is LIVE! 🌸It’s about that time again! We have 10 planters ready for adoption and looking for ...
04/21/2026

The Great Planter Adoption is LIVE! 🌸
It’s about that time again! We have 10 planters ready for adoption and looking for a green thumb.

Because these planters are in high demand—and we want to avoid any "sad" empty pots this season—we ask that you only sign up if you are fully committed to following through. We had a waiting list last year, and we want to ensure every spot gets the love it deserves!

The Details:
-Please bring your own plants (and soil, if you feel it needs it).
-You will receive a gold plaque with the wording of your choice.
-Planting season starts in early May.

To Reserve Yours:
Contact Lisha at [email protected]. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis!

Thank you for helping us keep our community vibrant!

Do you want to take a guess on would this dad belongs to?
04/21/2026

Do you want to take a guess on would this dad belongs to?

04/20/2026

Everyone is invited to attend the America 250 Liberty Tree Dedication on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 2:00 pm EDST at Meade County Courthouse, Brandenburg, Kentucky.

This special ceremony will celebrate the planting of a Tulip Poplar, the official state tree of Kentucky and a native species, as part of the nationwide commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary. The dedication ceremony is a collaborative effort and will include participation from the Meade County Fiscal Court, the Meade County America 250 Committee, the Ambrose Meador Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), and the Meade County History Museum.

America 250 Kentucky Liberty Tree Project, is a partnership between the Kentucky Daughters of the American Revolution and the Kentucky Historical Society. The project’s goal is to plant a Tulip Poplar—the official state tree of Kentucky—in all 120 counties across the Commonwealth. Trees donated by the Kentucky Division of Forestry will be planted in prominent locations with assistance from local governments.

The project honors the spirit of the American Revolution while promoting the preservation of Kentucky’s native trees. The community is warmly invited to attend the May 16 dedication at Meade County Courthouse and join in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.

The LST building, located at Fort Knox, Kentucky, was a World War II-era structure designed as an exact mock-up of the L...
04/17/2026

The LST building, located at Fort Knox, Kentucky, was a World War II-era structure designed as an exact mock-up of the Landing Ship Tank (LST) interior. Built in 1942, it served as a specialized training facility to teach tank crews to maneuver vehicles onto LSTs and to test crucial ventilation systems. Remember when the LST came to Meade County?

Address

281 Oaklawn Road
Brandenburg, KY
40108

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 2:30pm
Friday 10am - 2:30pm
Saturday 10am - 2:30pm

Telephone

(270) 422-1823

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