Kentucky Historical Society
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🏛️ The guardian and voice of Kentucky’s past – documenting, clarifying, and preserving the stories that define our Commonwealth.
A former teacher and lifelong Democrat, she rose through grassroots politics to become a trailblazer for women in leadership. After her term, Collins dedicated herself to higher education, leaving a lasting legacy of progress in both Kentucky’s schools and its industries.
November 3, 2025 at 8:19 PM
A former teacher and lifelong Democrat, she rose through grassroots politics to become a trailblazer for women in leadership. After her term, Collins dedicated herself to higher education, leaving a lasting legacy of progress in both Kentucky’s schools and its industries.
To celebrate the 250th, we are sharing 76 stories from our archives on our social media platforms. We feature new items every week, from the first printed map of Kentucky to menus from the first Chinese restaurant in Louisville and everything in between! #76for250 #AskAnArchivist
October 16, 2025 at 3:47 PM
To celebrate the 250th, we are sharing 76 stories from our archives on our social media platforms. We feature new items every week, from the first printed map of Kentucky to menus from the first Chinese restaurant in Louisville and everything in between! #76for250 #AskAnArchivist