The spirit of Constantine Rafinesque — scientist, scholar, and self-proclaimed genius — still lingers at Transylvania University nearly two centuries…
From the battlefields of Vietnam to the pages of powerful verse, Covington-born poet R.L. Barth has spent a lifetime turning…
Who first uncovered Northern Kentucky’s buried past? From WPA excavations to local digs that shaped our understanding of the region,…
The Ohio River Valley was more than a border. It was a battleground of ideas, identities and ambitions. Join Behringer-Crawford…
What did early Native inhabitants and 18th and 19th-Century settlers have in common? They all sought the same things: fresh…
Professional baseball in Cincinnati nearly disappeared forever when the original Red Stockings disbanded in 1870, but two Northern Kentucky teams…
After the Civil War, newly freed African Americans in Kentucky faced a time of great uncertainty and danger. In the…
Towering spires, intricate stained glass and deep cultural roots, Northern Kentucky’s German Catholic parishes are more than places of worship….
Have you ever wondered about the people whose names grace Northern Kentucky’s streets, cities and landmarks? From Mary Ingles Highway…
Experience an inspiring tale of adventure and perseverance at the next NKY History Hour presentation by Behringer-Crawford Museum. On Tuesday,…
Once a key military post at the junction of the Licking and Ohio Rivers, the Newport Barracks played a pivotal…
From steam engines to modern locomotives, Cincinnati’s railroad has shaped the region’s economy for over a century. But what happens…
Journey through the unconventional life of Harlan Hubbard, Kentucky’s own visionary artist, writer and sustainability pioneer, during the next NKY…
Discover the untold stories of courage and survival that shaped the tri-state region as Behringer-Crawford Museum launches the 2025 season…
Embark on a historical journey along the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky riverfront with Captain Alan Bernstein during Behringer-Crawford Museum’s next NKY History…
Founded in 1861, St. Elizabeth Hospital traces its roots to the visionary leadership of Henrietta Cleveland. Recognizing the needs of…
Beneath the bustling streets of Cincinnati lies a hidden relic of a forgotten dream — a two-mile subway tunnel that…
If you thought fast food only dates back to McDonald’s and Kentucky Fried Chicken, think again! The roots of fast…
Behringer-Crawford Museum announces a special virtual NKY History Hour on Tuesday, August 6 at 6:30 p.m. Author Jessica K. Whitehead…
(Editor’s note: Amy McGrath has been called to the White House on the original, scheduled event date. This story has…
“Tell the truth and let the world decide.” This simple eight-word sentence captures the essence of the Voice of America…
With more hits than anyone in the history of baseball, Pete Rose is a local legend. Rising from humble beginnings,…
