July 26 NKY History Hour to dig into the legacy of Big Bone Lick, the ‘Birthplace of Vertebrate Paleontology’
Known as the “Birthplace of Vertebrate Paleontology,” Big Bone Lick State Historic site has been recognized by significant persons and…
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Where buffalo roam and new babies arriving, just one reason to visit Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
Staff report Spring is popping out all over, so don’t miss a family visit to Big Bone Lick State Historic…
Kentucky by Heart: A look at events that could be included in Kentucky’s own ‘You Are There’ TV series
Author’s Note: This is the first of two-parts exploring what might be included if there were a ‘You Are There…
Who is that lady standing out in the cold in front of the Boone County Public Library main branch?
Have you ever noticed the woman depicted in bronze in front of the Main Library in Burlington? The BCPL staff…
Lewis & Clark in Kentucky; famed expedition is subject of BCM’s Brown Bag Luncheon Oct. 17
At the direction of President Thomas Jefferson, Captain Meriwether Lewis and his close friend Second Lieutenant William Clark visited Big Bone Lick in the…
State parks departments selling four Big Bone Lick bison — submit your bids by February 18
The Kentucky Department of Parks is accepting bids for four bison at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site. The four-year-old…
Boone County Public Library April calendar of events for adults includes visit from Holocaust survivor
The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of April. A…
Boone County Historic Courthouse to be named in honor of Former Judge/Executive Bruce S. Ferguson
The Boone County Fiscal Court authorized a resolution to dedicate the recently renovated Historic Courthouse in honor of former Judge/Executive…
Want to buy a bison? Bid on six to be sold — in pairs — from Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
The Kentucky Department of Parks is accepting bids on six bison at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site in Union….
Family Nature Day, presented by BCPL and Boone County Parks coming up at Boone Woods
By Micha O’Connor Milwood Special to the NKyTribune Get outdoors and explore the Boone County’s backyard through hands-on activities for…
Big Bone Lick 34th annual Salt Festival celebrates pioneer living, traditions; to be held Oct. 14-16
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site will celebrate pioneer lifestyles at the 34th annual Salt Festival Oct. 14-16. The…
Maryland man who fired shots at Big Bone Lick State Park, sparking manhunt, found dead on grounds
NKyTribune staff report The Maryland man that sparked a massive manhunt when he fired shots in the direction of a…
Live concerts, tax help and mahjong on the April schedule at the Boone County Public Libray
The Boone County Public Library offers events at its branches and throughout the county during the month of March. Some…
Our Rich History: American Paleontology began at Big Bone with discovery of prehistoric bones
by Steve Preston Special to NKyTribune “the large bones are found here” -description written by John Filson to identify Big…
Fall Festivals not to miss — family friendly and close by for a pleasant and memorable outing
For your fall enjoyment, here are some fall festivals close to home that you and your family may want to…
The Licking River: A 300-mile journey as a river meanders from mountains to a thriving metropolis
Part one of a seven part series The Licking River begins with a whimper on its 300-mile plus journey north…
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site, celebrated by its Friends, revered by historians worldwide
By Mark Hansel NKyTribune Managing Editor An intimate group of supporters came together at the Cincinnati Museum Center’s Geier Center…