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RELEASE DATE
October 8, 2008

CONTACT JENNIFER WILSON
WKU LIBRARIES
For additional information please contact Jennifer Wilson, Marketing Coordinator for WKU Libraries, at 270-745-6977.
 
Unique Civil War Exhibit to Open at Kentucky Library & Museum

   The Kentucky Library & Museum announces the grand opening of a new Civil War exhibit entitled “A Star in Each Flag: Conflict in Kentucky.” A Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting is scheduled to kick off the opening weekend Friday, October 24 at 9:00 am at The Kentucky Library & Museum on Western Kentucky University’s campus.

   At the exhibit, visitors will see the strong conflict and opposing views regarding slavery between friends, neighbors and community members in the state of Kentucky. In addition, guests can walk through a simulated campsite, view a slave cabin, step into a community post office, examine period artifacts including John Hunt Morgan’s saddle, various medical instruments, Civil War flags, weapons and more. Families will enjoy visiting the Victorian photo studio where they can dress in period clothing and have a picture taken.

  “This new ongoing exhibit will illustrate how deeply divided Kentuckians were during the challenging years of 1861-1865.” said Timothy Mullin, Head of Special Collections for University Libraries, “We hope to see students and families from every school in the region walk through our doors. There is something for all ages to enjoy and learn.”

   There will be a special “Bourbon & Belles” reception Friday evening for Friends of the WKU Libraries & Museum and other interested patrons. For ticket information, contact Jennifer Wilson at 745-6977. All community members are invited to visit the exhibit on Saturday, October 25 free of charge. For fee information on other days, see www.wku.edu/Library and click on “Kentucky Library & Museum Online.” Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.


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