All special events are subject to change and may be cancelled or postponed by the Kentucky Department of Parks due to unforeseen circumstances. Please confirm event schedule prior to arrival for date, time and fee information, especially if you plan to visit a Kentucky State Park for a specific event. Event details and contact information for all 52 Kentucky State Parks can be found on this website.
Adult Artists Retreats
1/16/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
Tri-State Extreme Weather and Natural Disasters
1/17/2009
Many events of extreme weather have been observed and recorded in the Kentucky/Indiana/Illinois tri-state area. Strap in for this historic glimpse into record-breaking area earthquakes, blizzards, ice storms, floods, cyclones, Ohio River ice jams, and more. Extrordinary events, like the 1811-1812 New Madrid earthquake and the 1817 "Year without a Summer" will be revealed.
Tiny Tot Valentines
2/6/2009
Event has been cancelled.
Tiny Tot's Art with Mom
2/6/2009
Event has been cancelled.
Great Backyard Bird Count
2/13/2009 to 2/16/2009
J. J. Audubon State Park invites you to come to the park and participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count. At the Audubon Museum, pick up instructions and a reporting checklist and count the number of each bird species you witness at our feeder station anytime between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm February 14-17. Unsure about which bird is what? Come to a bird identification program February 9 to learn their names and habits. Help scientists check the bird populations in the area by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. For more information please contact Julie McDonald at 270-826-2247 or juliea.mcdonald@ky.gov
Adult Artists Retreats
2/13/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
"The Passion of Pastels" art exhibit
2/19/2009 to 5/17/2009
Enjoy the brilliance of color, and softness inthe works of art by artists Iris Genty, Jan Frazier and Lynn Buckman. The techiques and styles of the various artists makes for a beautiful palette of designs and color.
Margaret Garner: Death Before Slavery - Portrayed
2/21/2009
This program contains adult content and is not suitable for small children. Serving as the inspiration for Toni Morrison's Pulitzer prize-winning book "Beloved," Margaret Garner gained national attention as the kentucky runaway slave who killed one of her own children rather than see the child returned to slavery. This program is a Kentucky Chautauqua program sponsored by the Kentucky Humanities Council
“Identifying Wintertime Backyard Birds”
2/22/2009
Sunday, February 22 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.Many birds of the far north wing their way here for winter, thinking of this as their Caribbean-like winter getaway. Join Sharon Sorenson, newspaper columnist, for this captivating workshop illustrated by several hundred photos. You'll learn to recognize all our winter friends, including year-round regulars that change into drab winter clothes, the six kinds of sparrows, and the four black-colored birds--three of which aren't blackbirds at all. After this workshop you'll be fully prepared to participate in the annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) co-sponsored by Cornell University's Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society and to do your vital part for citizen science. Come and learn about the birds as well as how to participate in the GBBC.
Adult Artists Retreats
3/13/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
Wilderness Survival
3/14/2009
Have you ever tried to make a fire without matches, find your way in the forest, or build a temporary shelter? Youths ages 10-16 will study and practice these survival skills while learning how to make use of the surrounding resources. Please call to register.
Pastel Workshop
3/19/2009 to 3/20/2009
Pastel Workshop- Beginning to advanced, Adult artists are invited to the Audubon Museum to participate in this unique workshop. Whether you love strokes that encompasses spontaneity or if you prefer carefully detailed realism, pastel is the medium for you. Pre-registration is required. A supply list will be given upon registration. For more info contact Kim McGrew.
Watercolor Wildflowers
4/4/2009 to 10/4/2009
Test your skills with Watercolor Wildflowers. Make sketching and painting wildflowers easy. Join us at the Audubon Museum,Ages 9 & up, to design your painting. This event is in conjunction with the Wildflower Extravaganza, the wildflower hikes. Pre-registration is required.
Adult Artists Retreats
4/17/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
Camper Appreciation Weekend
4/24/2009 to 4/26/2009
Enjoy fun family activities Friday-Sunday as we celebrate John James Audubon's birthday and thank our visitors for making Kentucky State Park's system the nation's finest! For more information please contact Julie McDonald at 270-826-2247 or juliea.mcdonald@ky.gov
Home Grown Bluegrass Festival
5/15/2009 to 5/16/2009
Enjoy two days of pickin' and jammin’. Local bluegrass bands will host this annual festival that is fun for all ages. A favorite is the open mic and pickin' opportunities so bring your instrument! Held in conjunction with the Creative Arts Festival.
Event admission: Free
Parking: $3 per car.
Creative Arts & Crafts Festival
5/16/2009
40-50 Artists will be demonstrating and selling works of Art. Woodworking, stained glass, jewelry, wood carvings, watercolors, pottery and much more will be on exhibit.Children's Programs will include art classes, balloon making, hands-on pottery demo's, weaving, magician acts, a petting zoo and much more. Come and enjoy the art, food and entertainment. This event is in conjunction with the Homegrown Bluegrass festival.
Junior Naturalist Programs
6/2/2009 to 6/16/2009
Tuesday, June 2; 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Ages 10-12; Audubon MuseumTuesday, June 9; 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Ages 8-9; Audubon MuseumTuesday, June 16; 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Ages 6-7; Audubon MuseumTuesday, June 17; 7:00 p.m.- S’mores Celebration and Awards Ceremony for all Junior Naturalists and their families (Audubon Campground Shelter) Open your eyes to the amazing wonders in your own back yard. Learn about how we protect these beautiful resources. Programs meet at the Audubon Museum. Kids who attend any one of these dates will receive a patch and certificate. Children ages 10-12 will meet on June 3, Children ages 8-9 will meet on June 10. Children ages 6-7 will meet on June 17. Pre-registration is required. Maximum 20 attendees per date.
Creatures of the Night Adventure Trek/National Tra
6/6/2009
Departs from the start of Warbler Road (Main Office)Venture out with our Interpretation staff on National Trails Day and discover the mysticism of nighttime creatures. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight.
Summer Arts & Nature Camp
6/10/2009 to 6/12/2009
COME JOIN THE FUN! Children ages 4-12 will have the opportunity to explore the exciting adventures at Audubon State Park. Awesome Art, Birds of Prey, Terrific Trails, Bertha Bubbles, paddle boats, fishing and much more. Sign up early for your Audubon Adventure. Pre-registration is required. Ages 4 & 5 must be accompanied by mom or an adult.
June 10,11 & 12 (ages 8-12)
June 17 & 18 (ages 6-8)
June 24 & 25 (ages 4&5)
Audubon State Park Fishing Derby
6/13/2009
Test your fishing prowess and compete for prizes. Fishing experts from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife will be on-hand to teach fishing techniques.
Adult Artists Retreats
6/19/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
Adult Artists Retreats
7/17/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
"Painting in Peru"
8/13/2009 to 10/11/2009
Audubon Museum presents "Painting in Peru": From the 100 Views of the Inca Road. Professional Artist and Assistant Dean of Arts from USI, Michael Aakhus states, "I have been moved by the remarkable landscape of Peru and have chosen to record my observations in a series of 100 works that will take some years to complete." "I have documented many ancient sites in the Peru,Cuzco, Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca." Don't miss this exquisite exhibit.exhibit dates: Aug. 13-Oct. 11th. Artists Reception-TBA. For further info contact: Kim McGrew, Audubon Museum
Adult Artists Retreats
8/14/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
Plein-Air & Studio Workshop
9/4/2009 to 9/5/2009
Artists, are you ready to learn how to construct a good composition? This 2-day adult workshop is designed for beginning to advanced artists seeking out more knowledge to enhance and create a beautiful composed painting.The 2-day workshop will consist of students learning the fundamentals of a composition and compositional studies in the studio. Weather permitting, day 2 will be plein-air painting in the beautiful gardens of Audubon Museum. Don't miss the instruction by the professional, award winning, Wildlife artist Devere Burt from Cincinnatti, Ohio. Pre-registration is required. A supply list will be provided. Fee:$60.00 for both days.Time: Fri.9:00-4:00 Sat.9:0-12:00
Monarch Migration Mysteries
9/12/2009
Monarchs are one of the largest and most recognized butterflies in our area. Help tag migration butterflies for the Monarch Watch Program. Tags and nets provided for 8am and 1pm sessions. Outdoor portion (2 hours) is weather dependent. Please dress for potentially marshy conditions.$5.00 per person, Family rate $13.00(up to five members, extra members $2.50 each); FOA Members - $4.00 per person
Monarch Migration Mysteries
9/19/2009
Monarchs are one of the largest and most recognized butterflies in our area. Help tag migration butterflies for the Monarch Watch Program. Tags and nets provided for 8am and 1pm sessions. Outdoor portion (2 hours) is weather dependent. Please dress for potentially marshy conditions.$5.00 per person, Family rate $13.00(up to five members, extra members $2.50 each); FOA Members - $4.00 per person
"Kentucky Guild of Artists & Craftsmen"
10/3/2009 to 10/4/2009
A 2 day extravaganza full of hand-crafted items and fun for the whole family. One of Kentucky's oldest and largest craft festivals.
Adult Artists Retreats
10/16/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum
Halloween at Audubon Park
10/24/2009
Bring the whole family to this magical event. Wear your favorite costume, as you enter the gates of illusion and excitement. Magicians, Pumpkin Painting, Hay Rides, face painting, balloons, jugglers, clowns, music, special Halloween booths and much more. Don't miss this family event. 11:00-5:00 p.m. Scheduled events TBA
"Kentucky Guild of Artists & Craftsmen"
10/4/2009 to 12/4/2009
"Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen" group exhibitAudubon Museum is honored to present to you, the "Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen", a brilliant, mixed media exhibit including 2D & 3D works of art and craft. The work represented is by Guild members throughout Kentucky.
Fall Foliage Fiesta
11/07/2009
How does nature transition from sunny, warm summer days to crisp and wintry conditions. During this PowerPoint presentation, visitors will peek inside nature’s bag of seasonal tricks that allow for life to exist in seemingly unbearable conditions. Afterward, take a walk outside and soak in the colors and sounds of Audubon State Park’s most colorful season.
Adult Artists Retreats
11/13/2009
Adult Artists Retreats-Beginning to advanced artists are invited to attend the monthly artists retreats at the John James Audubon Museum. Come and explore the creativity which surrounds the lower level gallery at the museum.Whether you choose to paint outdoors or in, the mystic of the John James Audubon gardens and museum will take you away. Explore the minds of others as we create our masterpieces of art. Artists from all over will gather for this special event. Special speakers and programs will vary for the noon activities. For registration or more info contact Kim McGrew at the Audubon Museum