Jacob Van Norwick
Visitor Services Associate
Jacob Van Norwick has lived all over the country, working with and enjoying history. He grew up in Wisconsin and got his first job at a state historic site when he was fifteen. After graduating high school, he studied history in Minnesota at St. Olaf College, where he graduated with a BA and a minor in International Relations. Post graduation, he moved to Kansas City, MO, and worked as an educator at the Arabia Steamboat Museum. In 2025, Jacob moved to Kentucky to help his family rebuild their home after severe flood damage. Now, Jacob is ready and excited to continue his passion for history with the KHS!