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Friends of Louisville Metro Parks wants to remind everyone that Historic Locust Grove will be open the day after Thanksgiving to present its annual Holiday Sampler. Enjoy the holiday spirit at this local landmark!
Welcome to Historic Locust Grove in Louisville, Kentucky. Learn about early Kentucky History and Lif
Source: www.locustgrove.org
Locust Grove is a National Historic Landmark home on 55 acres in Louisville, Kentucky, part of the original farm established by William and Lucy Clark Croghan in 1790 and the home of General George Rogers Clark.”>
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks
Locust Grove will host their annual Holiday Candlelight Tour Friday, December 11 from 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m, and on Saturday, December 12, with new extended hours are 1 p.m.-9 p.m.
This celebration is reminiscent of the year 1809 as the Clark & Croghan families, portrayed by Locust Grove’s costumed interpreters, welcome their... guests. The illustrious George Rogers Clark has just come to live at Locust Grove. The house shines warmly under the glow of candlelight and the mantels and stairs are draped with holly and fruit according to the custom of the time.
In the Grand Parlour guests will enjoy live music and dancing and may even be invited to dance!
Out in the kitchen, the cook directs the preparations of meals over an open fire, while carpenters in the wood shop finish repairs to farm tools.
In the Visitors’ Center:
*A Book Sale will offer gift-quality new, antiquarian and gently used books all at very reasonable prices. As a special offer during the sale, art posters by Louisville graphic artist Julius Friedman are available for $50 and can be signed by the artist from 6 p.m.–8 p.m. on Friday, December 11th only, with 100% of the price benefiting Locust Grove.
* A Four-course Afternoon Tea served on antique porcelain in front of the Visitors’ Center fireplace on Saturday at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m. Reservations for tea are limited and should be made in advance. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 & under and includes the house tour.
Admission $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, free to children under 6 and to Historic Locust Grove members.
Locust Grove, circa 1790 is the last home of Revolutionary War hero, General George Rogers Clark, founder of Louisville. Currently under going a re-restoration, the house has a new and brighter look more authentic to its appearance in 1809.
Locust Grove is located at 561 Blankenbaker Lane (between Brownsboro Road and River Road). For more information, call 502-897-9845 or visit their website at www.locustgrove.org. Read More
This celebration is reminiscent of the year 1809 as the Clark & Croghan families, portrayed by Locust Grove’s costumed interpreters, welcome their... guests. The illustrious George Rogers Clark has just come to live at Locust Grove. The house shines warmly under the glow of candlelight and the mantels and stairs are draped with holly and fruit according to the custom of the time.
In the Grand Parlour guests will enjoy live music and dancing and may even be invited to dance!
Out in the kitchen, the cook directs the preparations of meals over an open fire, while carpenters in the wood shop finish repairs to farm tools.
In the Visitors’ Center:
*A Book Sale will offer gift-quality new, antiquarian and gently used books all at very reasonable prices. As a special offer during the sale, art posters by Louisville graphic artist Julius Friedman are available for $50 and can be signed by the artist from 6 p.m.–8 p.m. on Friday, December 11th only, with 100% of the price benefiting Locust Grove.
* A Four-course Afternoon Tea served on antique porcelain in front of the Visitors’ Center fireplace on Saturday at 2 p.m., 3 p.m. & 4 p.m. Reservations for tea are limited and should be made in advance. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 & under and includes the house tour.
Admission $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, free to children under 6 and to Historic Locust Grove members.
Locust Grove, circa 1790 is the last home of Revolutionary War hero, General George Rogers Clark, founder of Louisville. Currently under going a re-restoration, the house has a new and brighter look more authentic to its appearance in 1809.
Locust Grove is located at 561 Blankenbaker Lane (between Brownsboro Road and River Road). For more information, call 502-897-9845 or visit their website at www.locustgrove.org. Read More
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Thank you, thank you, thank you! As this Courier-Journal editorial notes, public support of Jefferson Memorial Forest has been crucial to its growth and success. And, stay tuned -- there are more great things to come at America's largest urban forest!
Source: www.courier-journal.com
Go to www.memorialforest.com and you'll find the inspiring timeline of the Jefferson Memorial Forest. It tells the still-unfolding story of how public and private efforts involving conservation and a desire to honor Kentucky veterans have produced the largest urban forest in America.
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks What types of fun outdoor activities does everyone have planned for this weekend? The weather looks like it's going to be lovely!
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks
Thanks to all the volunteers who helped spruce up Victory Park on Saturday, November 14!
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Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Be a player! Join us for Adult League Basketball. Sign-ups are now through December 16.
Source: www.louisvilleky.gov
basketball leagues
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Don't forget, leaf drop-off service is still available at Iroquois Park through November 28!
Source: www.louisvilleky.gov
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Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Get into the spirit of Christmas! Holiday tours will take place at Riverside, the Farnsley-Moremen Landing on the weekends of Dec. 5-6 and the 12-13. Come explore this historic property that is sure to be dressed up for the holiday season!
Source: www.riverside-landing.org
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Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Learn more about the Louisville ECHO program, ran out of Jefferson Memorial Forest. And thanks to Toyota Kentucky for their generous support of this program that introduces inner-city children to the outdoors!
Source: www.louisvilleky.gov
Louisville is Engaging Kids in the Outdoors Project
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Bid on the City of Parks Gallopalooza horse at the Gallopalooza Live auction this friday! See the below link to purchase tickets or pre-bid now.
Source: www.gallopaloozaauction.com
Louisville's civic pride project featuring brightly painted, life-size horses displayed throughout the community has returned for another year of ingenious artistry and sidewalk merriment. Louisville's Sidewalk Derby to Benefit Brightside, Louisville's
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks would like to thank Heine Brothers Coffee and Shiraz Mediterranean Grill for their generous donations for our volunteer appreciation event last friday.
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Historic Locust Grove shines during the holidays! Join them for the Holiday Candlelight Tour on December 11-12!
Source: www.louisvilleky.gov
Come visit the Louisville-Jefferson County website
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Want to see some fall colors, play a a round of golf, go fishing and for a hike? You can do all of these things at Waverly Park, located off Dixie Highway. Visit this weekend!
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Preparations are underway for the Juice Bowl, the youth football championship game to be played at Shawnee Park on Thanksgiving morning. Check out this photo of what our Athletic Field Maintenance staff did to get the field ready for the big game!
Friends of Louisville Metro Parks Want to go Treasure Hunting in one of our Olmsted Parks this weekend?
Source: www.louisvilleky.gov
Come visit the Louisville-Jefferson County website
