Explore the extaordinary life of local inventor Dr. George Sperti during May 14 NKY History Hour
While the name may not ring a bell, Dr. George Sperti’s inventions have undoubtedly touched the lives of millions. From…
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BCM’s April 30 NKY History Hour to explore Northern Kentucky’s contributions to the evolution of aviation
Fasten your seatbelts for a nonstop flight through Northern Kentucky’s rich aviation history during the next NKY History Hour. From…
‘Steamboatman,’ NKyTribune columnist Don Sanders to share river tales during April 16 NKY History Hour
Captain Donald J. Sanders’ relationship with the river began at the age of 10 when he worked for his evening…
Behringer-Crawford’s March 5 NKY History Hour to revisit Northern Kentucky’s cinematic past
Perhaps gone, but never forgotten are the days of neighborhood theaters in Northern Kentucky. Scattered throughout Boone, Kenton and Campbell…
BCM’s February 20 NKY History Hour to explore region’s 140-year horseracing history
A sport deeply rooted in the sweet bluegrass of Kentucky, horse racing is a cultural celebration and age-old tradition in…
Behringer-Crawford’s Feb. 6 NKY History Hour to explore 125-year history of Coney Island
A source of joy and entertainment with its colossal recirculating pool, iconic attractions and historic stages, Coney Island was a…
Jan. 23 NKY History Hour to unveil legacy of Kelley-Koett, journey through Covington’s ‘X-Ray City’
A strong player during the momentous years of innovation, Kelley-Koett is a prominent fixture in Covington’s history. The x-ray manufacturer…
Kentucky author Stuart Sanders to present ‘Civil War Duel’ during BCM’s Jan. 9 NKY History Hour
During one of the most tumultuous periods in American history, the Civil War, honor-bound Kentuckians used negotiated formal fights, known…
BCM’s bi-weekly NKY History Hour moves to new day, explores ‘Two Faces of Kentucky Slavery’ October 3
Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 3 Behringer-Crawford Museum’s biweekly history hour segments will move from Wednesday to Tuesday evenings. BCM archaeologist associate…
BCM’s NKY History Hour features life and career of Wilder’s country artist Bobby Mackey
Guests may “come for the ghosts, but they stay for the music” at Bobby Mackey’s Music World in Wilder Celebrating…
Behringer-Crawford Museum’s NKY History Hour to feature Jeannine Kreinbrink and historic cemeteries
Created in 1966, the National Register of Historic Places is a compilation of historically significant buildings and properties. Cemeteries as…
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…
BCM’s NKY History hour to celebrate 100th episode, centennial of St. Vincent de Paul Northern Kentucky
Behringer-Crawford Museum has been bringing Northern Kentucky history into peoples homes via Zoom since May of 2020. Introduced as a…
Wednesday’s NKY History Hour to explore role of Kentucky women in American Revolution
Women performed crucial tasks in the American Revolution. Considered our “founding Mothers,” many women worked in the military camps, tending…
Historian Wayne Onkst to explore presidential visits to KY during BCM’s June 14 NKY History Hour
Presidents have been visiting Kentucky since 1819 arriving by horseback, carriage, train, steamboat, bus and airplane. Whether it was for…
BCM’s April 19 NKY History Hour takes a look back at horsecars and streetcars of Kentucky from 1860-1950
Running on two steel rails, drawing power from an overhead wire, the streetcar provided a smooth, quiet ride and a…
April 5 NKY History Hour to revisit 60-acre Payne Hollow sanctuary along Ohio River in Trimble Co.
Along the lush, bountiful riverside banks of the Ohio River in Trimble County, lays a 60-acre sanctuary – a secluded…
Jan. 25 NKY History Hour to explore Latonia’s Around the Corner fabrics and repurposed Kentucky Theatre
Bolts of colorful cotton line the walls of a building where black and white movies were once shown more than…
Jan. 11 NKY History Hour to explore ‘The Margaret Garner Story: The Mystery Behind the Murder’
One of the most groundbreaking fugitive slave trials of the pre-Civil War era was that of Margaret Garner. Born on…
Thursday NKY History Hour to explore life of small-town KY girl turned movie star Rosemary Clooney
One of America’s most beloved entertainers, Rosemary Clooney had a warm velvety voice that was instantly recognizable. Born in Maysville,…
NKY History Hour to trace Marquis de Lafayette’s farewell tour through Northern Kentucky tonight
In 1864, French hero of the American Revolutionary War, Marquis de Lafayette made a triumphal “Farewell Tour” of America. His…
Wednesday’s NKY History Hour to feature discussion with marine photographers John and Martha Lange
Leaving only their bubbles behind, underwater photographers John and Martha Lange have captured stunning images of the underwater world from…