Events
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History Center Closed – Observance of Thanksgiving
Oldham County History Center 106 North 2nd Avenue #St, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USWe will be closed November 26th - 28th.
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History Center Closed – Winter Closure
We will be closed December 24th - 31st.
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2026 Living Treasures Reception
Oldham County History Center 106 North 2nd Avenue #St, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USCelebrate our past and present Living Treasures!
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The Wages of History: WWII From its Historical Roots to 1941
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USPart 1 . The Oldham County History Center welcome back Military Historian Matt Goldberg for a new 3-part series. Buffet Dinner and Cash Bar.
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Genealogy Deep Dive 1
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USThe US Census- More Than Just A HeadcountA deeper look at what the Federal Census has to offer in your family history research. In some census years the government enumerated additional information such as Mortality Schedules, Agricultural Schedules, Veterans Schedules, and others. Bring any brick walls you may have encountered. Another set up eyes never
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WWII from 1942-1943
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USPart 2. The Oldham County History Center welcome back Military Historian Matt Goldberg for a new 3-part series. Buffet Dinner and Cash Bar.
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Spirit Sound Walkers – Who We Are
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USInaugural Meeting and ReceptionThe Mission of Spirit Sound Walkers is as follows:As an Indigenous led gathering of hand drummers, we welcome all who come in the spirit of respect and caring. Through drum, song, and shared support, we create a space of belonginging where sacred traditions are honored and individual paths uplifted. Ideal as a
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Genealogy Deep Dive 2
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USWills and EstatesJust like estates and people, wills come in varying sizes and personalities. Some are poignant, while others are straight to the point. Sometimes the deceased has one last parting shot or one final loving message. But there is more to this final earthly act. Let’s talk about how estates were managed, inventoried and
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The Fires of Perdition: WWII from 1944 – V-Day
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USPart 3. The Oldham County History Center welcomes back Military Historian Matt Goldberg for a new series. Buffet Dinner and Cash Bar.
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Underground Railroad Driving Tour
Oldham County History Center 106 North 2nd Avenue #St, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USCar tour of Underground Railroad sites in Oldham CountyDriving Tour of significant Underground Railroad Historical Sites in Oldham County. Carpool and join the caravan. Departs from the OCHC. Pack a sack lunch.
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Genealogy Deep Dive 3
Rob Morris Education Building 207 West Jefferson Street, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USLand RecordsLand records can tell us so much about a family. Deeds, mortgages, division of lands, even sheriff’s sales can open up a wide range of information. We will learn the difference between the Township and Range system and Metes and Bounds. Bring any brick walls you may have encountered. Another set of eyes never
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Ask A Master Gardener
Oldham County History Center 106 North 2nd Avenue #St, La Grange, KY 40031, La Grange, KY, USGarden Workshop and Native Plant Seed GiveawayJoin Master Gardner Jan in our Colonial Garden. Bring your garden gloves and tools, and your questions, as we prep our garden for the 2026 planting season.