History

The church pastor, the Rev. Dr. M.O. Fort, celebrated his 30th anniversary with Virginia Street in March 2025.

The Oct. 17 tour will focus on the symbolism of old headstones, stories of people laid to rest there and identification of trees in the cemetery. 

Community leaders in Elkton are seeking state recognition for the site of the Todd County Training School, which closed in 1963.

Local museum director Alissa Keller will give the program on Aug. 27 at Hopkinsville Brewing Co.

During a recent program at The Crusty Pig restaurant, which stands today where Hotel Latham did a century ago, Alissa Keller filled in many details about the life of this grand Hopkinsville landmark.

On July 29, 1931, a crowd estimated at 10,000 to 12,000 people packed downtown for a chance at cash prizes and for special deals local merchants offered.

The restaurant will serve a pizza buffet, and the museum's executive director will lead a program on Hotel Latham's history.

The Human Rights Commission will present awards during an Aug. 2 event to community members "whose service, leadership, faith, and dedication have made a lasting impact on the Hopkinsville-Christian County."

The late Julia Henry, a popular Hopkinsville radio personality in the 1950s, '60s and '70s, was among several notables featured in a celebration of the museum's 50th birthday.

Organizers decided on the venue change because of the forecast for rain.

Here's a look at the lives of 20 American patriots who settled here and helped establish Christian County.

Numerous activities are planned at the Kentucky Historical Society. A fireworks show set to music will wrap up the event.