Welcome
The Madison County Historical Society, Inc. is a non-profit organization with a mission to educate our citizenry and visitors about the county’s unique history, archeology, architecture, and cultural heritage. The MCHS board also collaborates with governmental entities, educational institutions, and public/private businesses and organizations to promote, protect, and preserve Madison County history and heritage.
Recent News
Revolutionary War Patriots' Memorial Plaque Dedication
"Footprints" Honored with Awards
Sharyn Mitchell discusses "Footprints"
Please follow the link below to see Sharyn Mitchell (Madison County Historical Society) discuss the new "Footprints: Traces of Black History in Richmond, Kentucky" with Richmond Tourism.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/RDrYAAN5JSN4Qr1i/?mibextid=WC7FNe
Events
Meeting Schedule of the Madison County Historical Society
Regular meeting date is the 3rd Thursday of each month. Meeting location will be in the Community Room of the Madison County Library at the corner of West Main and 5thStreet.
Presentations, when possible, are also live on Zoom.
Regular meeting time is 6:30 PM. Publicity will be made via Facebook, email, and the Community Calendar in the Richmond Register and Berea Citizen.
For Past Events
Please follow the link to our youtube channel to see broadcasts from past events!
Tour of White Hall/Presentation
Please join us on Thursday, November 21, 2024 for a tour of White Hall, home of Green Clay and Cassius Clay. Mathew Parrish will be guiding a tour of the home and giving a presentation as well.
WHEN: Thursday, November 21st, 6:30 PM
WHERE: White Hall State Historic Site
One Place, Several Names with Ruth Davis Hawkins
Please join us for "One Place, Several Names: Madison County Poor House, Madison County Poor Farm, Madison County Infirmary, and Resthaven" with Ruth Davis Hawkins.
WHEN: Thursday, December 19th, 2024 at 6:30 PM
WHERE: Madison County Public Library Richmond Branch
