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The Kentucky Museum will close on Monday, September 7, for the Labor Day Holiday.  Normal hours resume on Tuesday, September 8.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The Kentucky Museum and the Office of International Programs cordially invite you to join us for the Grand Opening Reception for the International Year of South Africa and the opening of the exhibitions Conscience of the Human Spirit: The Life of Nelson Mandela and Reminders of South Africa: The Nancy Baird Collection. The exhibits feature quilts honoring Mandela's life and a collection of South African arts and crafts. South African hors d’oeuvres will be served. Remarks will start promptly at 5:00pm.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

More information to come. Call Lynne Ferguson 270-745-2594

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.

The 58 quilts made by United States and South Africa quilt artists are featured in this traveling exhibition from the Michigan State University Museum. These diverse and powerful pieces reflect the ways in which this remarkable man touched individual lives, changed a nation, and literally served as the conscience of the human spirit for individuals around the world.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

On several trips to South Africa, Nancy Baird purchased basketry, wood carvings, jewelry and art from women selling their arts and craft on the streets and in their native-run shops. Her collection serves as a reminder of Nancy’s experiences on safari with husband Tom and of the research trips taken to study British women in the country in the early 19^th century. These cases show a sampling of her collection acquired while in South Africa.

Temporarily closed for University Breaks
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29, 2015
Winter Break - December 16, 2015-Janauary 3, 2016

Working with the Kentucky Museum Artist-in-Resident Lynne Ferguson, residents at the Warren Regional Juvenile Detention Center create street signs that inspire others and write a piece explain why they created the sign and how they want people who view the signs to feel. The exhibit will include 20 signs, student artwork and photo documentation of the project.