A House Divided: Civil War in Kentucky

Family Workshop: It was difficult to live in Kentucky during the Civil War. We will learn why and then use the interactive museum exhibit “Torn Within, Threatened Without,” to explore the choices people made then and think about what we would have done in their place. Next, we will explore and experience life as a Union soldier as we learn how to make hard tack (a food), try on uniforms and learn games soldiers played to pass the time when they were in camp!

Instructor: Rebecca Wishnevski, history educator

Cost:  $10 per family (parent and up to two children). $5 for each additional participant. Members will receive $5 off the total registration cost. Includes museum admission.

Activities are best for ages 5-12, but all ages are welcome.

No walk-ins, please. Registration required. Call 502-782-8118 or email KHSeducation@ky.gov. Payment is due the day of the class. Check in at the front desk.

(Class subject to cancellation based on number of registrants.)