Kentucky Historical Society
History Zone Offers Hands-On History for Kids

“Winter Birds of Kentucky” is the theme of the History Zone for kids this month at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History.  Children ages 5-10 and their parents are invited to participate in this free activity every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m.

Taking inspiration from John James Audubon’s work, kids will be encouraged to make bird feeders and bird drawings while learning about the winter birds that inhabit Central Kentucky.

“Winter Birds of Kentucky” is offered January 7, 14, 21 and 28.  History Zone takes place every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History.  This free program is for children ages 5 – 10 and their families.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.  Groups of 10 or more must register in advance. 

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An agency of the Kentucky Commerce Cabinet, the Kentucky Historical Society, since 1836, has provided connections to the past, perspective on the present and inspiration for the future.  KHS operates the Old State Capitol, Kentucky Military History Museum and its five-year-old headquarters, the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History.   Since 1999, the thirty-million-dollar Center for Kentucky History has welcomed almost one million visitors.   For more information about the Kentucky Historical Society and its programs, visit the Web at http://history.ky.gov.