Thomas D. Clark Center For Kentucky History
The Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History is the headquarters of KHS. A multimillion dollar museum and research facility, the center features permanent and temporary exhibitions, a research library and a gift shop.
The center contains an exhibition called "A Kentucky Journey" that covers the period from prehistoric times to the present. At the Martin F. Schmidt Research Library, which is a genealogical research library, researchers can trace genealogy and consult with professional staff. The center also contains the Keeneland Changing Exhibits Gallery for various temporary exhibitions – some examples of which include "Beyond the Log Cabin: Kentucky's Abraham Lincoln" and "Made to be Played: Traditional Art of Kentucky Luthiers." The gift shop is called the Steward Home School 1792 Store.
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