KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER

MOREHEAD, KY

Old U.S. Hwy 60 Triplett Creek Bridge (Rowan County, Kentucky) Historic abandoned Camelback through truss bridge over Triplett Creek in Bluestone, Rowan County, Kentucky. The bridge was built by HIPCO of Ligonier, Indiana in 1921. The bridge was bypassed when US Route 60 was realigned in 1948.
Old U.S. Hwy 60 Triplett Creek Bridge (Rowan County, Kentucky) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Kentucky Folk Art Center, located in Morehead, KY, is a museum dedicated to showcasing the unique and diverse folk art of Kentucky. The museum was established in 1983 and is a part of Morehead State University. The center houses over 1,400 pieces of artwork, including paintings, sculptures, pottery, and textiles, created by over 500 artists throughout the state.

The museum's collection includes works from some of Kentucky's most renowned folk artists, including Minnie Adkins, Edgar Tolson, and Marvin Finn. Additionally, the center hosts rotating exhibitions and events throughout the year, featuring both established and emerging folk artists.

The Kentucky Folk Art Center also serves as a research center for the study of Kentucky folk art and culture. The center's library and archives contain books, periodicals, and other materials related to folk art and tradition, as well as oral histories and photographs.

The museum is open to the public and welcomes visitors of all ages. The Kentucky Folk Art Center provides a unique opportunity for visitors to experience the rich history and culture of Kentucky through the art and stories of its people.

KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MOREHEAD KY. US MID #8402100058

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

Old U.S. Hwy 60 Triplett Creek Bridge (Rowan County, Kentucky) Historic abandoned Camelback through truss bridge over Triplett Creek in Bluestone, Rowan County, Kentucky. The bridge was built by HIPCO of Ligonier, Indiana in 1921. The bridge was bypassed when US Route 60 was realigned in 1948.
Old U.S. Hwy 60 Triplett Creek Bridge (Rowan County, Kentucky) Historic abandoned Camelback through truss bridge over Triplett Creek in Bluestone, Rowan County, Kentucky. The bridge was built by HIPCO of Ligonier, Indiana in 1921. The bridge was bypassed when US Route 60 was realigned in 1948.
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake
Big Cave Run Creek A winter hike from Tater Knob to Cave Run Lake

Contact KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER

KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER
102 WEST FIRST STREET
MOREHEAD
KY
40351

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KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER Information

MID # 8402100058
Name KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER
Alternate Name KENTUCKY FOLK ART CENTER
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 38.185776, -83.433835
CODES FIPS State Code: 21
FIPS County Code: 205
US Census Tract: 950300
US Census Block: 1040