2011-12 Calendar
Special Events, Lectures and Workshops

Contact Info: Historic Locust Grove
561 Blankenbaker Lane
Louisville , KY 40207
(502) 897-9845
e-mail: lghh@locustgrove.org
Website: www.locustgrove.org

Little Mansions: Dollhouses on Display
Monday, February 6 - Tuesday, February 21
Visitors Center Audubon Room
The Louisville Miniature Club, which oversaw the restoration of the Locust Grove dollhouse, will display about twenty-five other fascinating dollhouses during February at Locust Grove. Stop by the Visitors’ Center during regular operating hours to marvel at the intricacy and skill evident in these charming miniature scenes.

Emilie Strong Smith Chamber Music Series
Sunday, Feb. 12, 5:30 pm
Music for Mannheim
Bostonian Joyce Alper returns to Locust Grove to lead Mozart’s famous Oboe Quartet along with Bill Bauer and the Locust Grove Chamber Musicians. The Emilie Strong Smith Chamber Music Series is a rare opportunity to enjoy music much as the Croghans and Clarks would have in the early 1800s. Light refreshments are served at 5:00 pm; the concert begins at 5:30. Season subscriptions are available - call 502-897-9845. Individual concert tickets are $20. Reservations are requested.

Dollhouse Workshop
Saturday February 18
10 am-1 pm
Cost: $25
Ages 10 to adult (under 14 must be accompanied by an adult)
Lovers of dollhouses and miniatures alike, you've seen the Locust Grove dollhouse, now you can learn to make your own miniatures. Members of the Louisville Miniature Club will lead participants as they make a miniature dollhouse and a basket. The kits for both items are included in the price. The Louisville Miniature Club oversaw the restoration of the Locust Grove dollhouse currently on display in the museum gallery. Call 897-9845 to reserve a spot.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove
February 19, 2 pm
Jane Austen and the Theatre

“What is it Worth?” A Short Course in Valuing Your Books
Book Talk & Appraisal by Charles Bartman
Thursday, February 23
7:00-9:00 pm
Local book appraiser and consultant to the Locust Grove annual Used Book Sale, Charles Bartman, talks about how to assess the value of the books in your collection, and what makes a book valuable. Admission: $5/person, free for Friends of Locust Grove. Fee of $5 for one book appraisal (only one book/person, please).

Spring Used Book Sale
March 2, 3 & 4
10 am– 4:30 pm
12,000+ used, antiquarian, and new books in all categories will be offered for sale. All categories-history, biography, mysteries, reference, science fiction, travel, cookbooks, children’s, Kentucky, romance, crafts, gardening, and much, much, more! Prices begin at $1 for paperbacks, and $2 for most hardcover books, with a selection of illustrated books, rare books, and sets, priced individually. All books are sorted by category and are in good condition. Because of the volume of donations, books will be added to the display during the sale. More information here.

Afternoon Lecture
March 7
1:00 p.m.
Daniel Boone, Pathfinder 1734-1820
Presented by Scott New, a Kentucky Chautauqua costumed performer. Daniel Boone was a legend even before his death, but much of what Americans think they know about him is off the mark. Neither a backwoods bumpkin nor an epic slayer of Indians, Boone was an intrepid explorer and natural leader whose actual exploits amply justify his larger-than-life reputation. He played a crucial role in the exploration and settlement of Kentucky and the American west. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required. For more information call (502) 897-9845.

Emilie Strong Smith Chamber Music Series
Sunday, March 25, 5:30 pm, in the Ballroom at Locust Grove
The Midwest Bande for Early Music
Joan Parsley, harpsichord leads a leads "The Chains of Love" - a concert including music by Bach, Vivaldi and others. The Emilie Strong Smith Chamber Music Series is a rare opportunity to enjoy music much as the Croghans and Clarks would have in the early 1800s. Light refreshments are served at 5:00 pm; the concert begins at 5:30. Season subscriptions are available - call 502-897-9845. Individual concert tickets are $20. Reservations are requested.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove
Sunday, March 18, 2 p.m.
Portrait Painting

Why Quilts Matter
Shelly Zegart
Sunday, March 25, 2 pm
Collector, author, and founder of the Kentucky Quilt Project, Shelly Zegart, introduces her new 9-part video series “Why Quilts Matter”, on the role of quilts and quiltmakers in American culture, art, and society. We’ll show the first two half-hour episodes, followed by a question and answer session. The remaining episodes in the series will be shown at Locust Grove in subsequent weeks, schedule to be announced.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, April 4
1:00 p.m.
Brad Asher
Cecilia and Fanny
Brad Asher is the author of Cecilia and Fanny: The Remarkable Friendship between an Escaped Slave and her Former Mistress. Frances “Fanny” Thruston Ballard was a relative of the Croghans of Locust Grove. Cecelia and Fanny is a fascinating look at race relations in mid-nineteenth-century Louisville focusing on the experiences of these two women during the seismic social upheaval wrought by the emancipation of four million African Americans. The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Closed April 8 for Easter

JCPS Spring Break Shakespeare Camp
Monday, April 9-13
Offered in cooperation with the Kentucky Shakespeare Festival

Rare Bird
Richard Taylor
Wednesday, April 18
7:00 – 9:00 PM
Poet, teacher, and bookseller Richard Taylor discusses, reads from, and signs copes of Rare Bird, his book of sonnets chronically the life of John James Audubon, who spent time at Locust Grove with his good friends, the Croghans. Copies of Rare Bird will be available for purchase. Admission: $5/person, free for Friends of Locust Grove. Refreshments.

Revolutionary War Encampment - “18th Century Thunder”
Saturday and Sunday April 21 & 22
10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Companies representing General George Rogers Clark’s troops from the Northwest Campaign will re-enact life in a military camp, including, cooking, drilling and other demonstrations as well as a memorial service to their leader. You’ll hear the thunder of muskets, and the melodies of the fife and drum. Men, women and children in Revolutionary War-era gear will transport your family to another time — a wonderful opportunity to bring history to life. Admission: $6 adults, $3 kids 6-12, free for kids 5 and under.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove
April 22, 2 p.m.
The Life of a Ship’s Surgeon

Closed May 5th - DERBY DAY
Gardeners’ Fair and Silent Auction
Friday, Saturday & Sunday May 11, 12, & 13
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This annual event offers visitors the chance to purchase flowers, herbs and plants along with a variety of tools, artistic and practical gardening accessories, wrought iron sculptures, water gardens and antique yard furniture among other delightful finds. The silent auction, a fundraiser for Historic Locust Grove, with scores of offerings from antiques, quilts and other handiwork to art, gardening accessories and valuable gift certificates. General admission to the event, which includes a tour of Historic Locust Grove, is $5, or $3 for children age 6 to 12.

Mothers’ Day Brunch
Sunday, May 13
Seatings: Ten, Noon, & 2:00 p.m.
One of the most popular events at the Gardeners’ Fair is the Brunch –. because of its high popularity and limited space, paid reservations are required. Reservations accepted beginning April 1. Call 502-897-9845.

Jane Austen Society
Sunday, May 20, 2 p.m.
Regency Fashions

Saving Kentucky
Sally Van Winkle Campbell
Wednesday, May 23
7:00 – 9:00 PM
Local author Sally Van Winkle Campbell presents and signs her book on Kentucky’s culture and heritage, Saving Kentucky. Featured in the book are Ken’s Cheeses and the Smith-Berry winery, who will present a wine and cheese tasting for this event. Copies of Saving Kentucky will be available for purchase. Admission: $5/person, free for Friends of Locust Grove.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, June 6
1:00 p.m.
Lecturer TBA
The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Museum Store Sale
Saturday, June 4 through Sunday June 24, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Huge inventory reduction sale. You’ll receive a 20 percent discount on all purchases. We’d rather sell it than count it! The museum store carries a wide array of books, toys, stationary and Kentucky-made crafts. The museum store is open Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Sundays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove
Sunday, June 10
Jane Austen’s Military Connections

Woodworking Camp
June 2011 – dates to be announced
Ages 11-14 9:30 am-11:30 am
Ages 7-10 12:30 pm-2:30 pm
Registration begins March 1
Build a birdhouse, or a stool, or another fun project out of wood. Learn about how to use tools and the basics of woodworking, from experienced Locust Grove woodworkers. You’ll learn about types of wood, historic and modern woodworking tools, and complete a project to take home. $75 per camper. Please call (502) 897-9845 to register.

Book Arts Day
Saturday, June 23
Programs and workshops on the art of the book, from printing and binding, through collecting and care, with a sale of books about books and design. Schedule and fees to be announced.

Summer Antiques Market
Sunday, June 24
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
This annual Antiques Market features professional dealers from the South and Midwest displaying their wares on the lawn at Historic Locust Grove. In addition to American country antiques, the show features formal furniture, books, textiles, jewelry, and silver. Admission is $6 ($3 for children 6-12). Admission includes tours of the historic house museum. Concessions are available. Proceeds support the continued operation and preservation of Historic Locust Grove.

Independence Day
Wednesday, July 4, 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
FREE TO THE PUBLIC all day!
Celebrate our nation's Independence in the style of the early Republic. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the grounds of Locust Grove.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, July 11
1:00 p.m.
Dr. Glynis Ridley
“The Discovery of Jeanne Baret”
The first woman to circumnavigate the globe did so disguised as a man. Join University of Louisville professor Glynis Ridley to learn about how in 1766, Frenchwoman Jeanne Baret joined Bougainville's expedition, working as assistant to the expedition botanist. Dr. Ridley will discuss the life of this remarkable woman, and will explain the process of reconstructing what really happened on the voyage.
The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

5th Annual Jane Austen Festival
Saturday, July 21 & Sunday, July 22
10:00-4:30
$10 admission
Event includes a Regency Emporium, Regency styleshow, workshops, entertainment, a four-course afternoon tea, a Grand Ball and more.
Info to be announced, for more info: www.jasnalouisville.com

Pioneer Camp
July 2012 – dates TBA
Ages 7-10
Registration begins March 1
Explore the past through crafts, hands-on activities, and demonstrations. Experience 18th Century living first-hand using the house, gardens, grounds and woods at Locust Grove. Try some of the chores and games of early Kentucky children. New projects every year, so if you’ve come in the past, come back this year! Cost: $80 per camper. Please call (502) 897-9845 to register.

Summer Archaeology Camp
July 2012– dates TBA
Registration begins March 1
Come learn history Indiana Jones style! During this 2-day camp, kids will participate in an actual archaeological dig on the grounds of Locust Grove. Help trained archaeologists discover what artifacts are hidden beneath the surface. $40 per camper. Please call (502) 897-9845 to register.

Craft Camp
July 2012 – dates TBA
Ages 8-14
Registration begins March 1
Learn handicrafts from the 18th century! During this week long camp, explore how things were created long ago. Make a painted canvas floor cloth, learn to finger cord, create wood block stamps and print them on handmade paper, make a small quilt, and a larger quilt as a group. Virginia Tucker, owner of The Virginia Floor Cloth Company in Louisville, will lead the classes. Campers will take home a completed 2’ by 3’ floor cloth on the last day. The cost of the week-long camp is $110. All materials will be provided.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, August 1, 1:00 p.m.
TBA
The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Family Picnic
Sunday, August 12
Details to be announced.

(Jane Austen Society
Meets Away from Locust Grove, Sunday August, 19th
Regency Gardens in Lexington)

Summer Book Sale
Friday-Sunday, August 24-26
More than 10,000 used, antiquarian, and new books in all categories will be offered for sale. Categories include history, biography, mysteries, reference, science fiction, travel, cookbooks, children's, spirituality, Kentucky, romance, crafts, and much more. Prices begin at $1 for paperbacks, and $2 for most hardcover books; with a selection of illustrated books, rare books, and sets, priced individually. All books are sorted by category and are in good condition

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, September 5, 1:00 p.m.
TBA
The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove
Sunday, September 16, 2 p.m.
Lady Susan Book Discussion

Fall Antiques Market
Sunday, September 30, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
This annual Antiques Market features professional dealers from the South and Midwest displaying their wares on the lawn at Historic Locust Grove. In addition to American country antiques, the show features formal furniture, jewelry and silver. Admission is $6 ($3 for children 6-12). Admission includes tours of the historic house museum. Concessions are available. Proceeds support the continued operation and preservation of Historic Locust Grove.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, October 3, 1:00 p.m.
Speaker TBA
The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove,
Sunday, Oct. 21, 2 p.m.
Scenes from Lady Susan

18th Century Market Fair at Historic Locust Grove
October 27 & 28
10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Notice is herewith given that a Market Fair shall be held at the grounds designated as the seat of Major William Croghan, known as Locust Grove, six miles up-river from the Falls of the Ohio. You are invited to join with Historic Locust Grove and the Illinois Regiment of Virginia as we bring the spirit of the past alive with the Market Fair. You can participate in 18th c. style entertainment, purchase replicas of 18th century military and household items, and enjoy food and drink as our founders did, meet and converse with early Americans. Mock battles for our country’s independence feature General George Rogers Clark’s own militia, the Illinois regiment, as well as British Dragoons and Marines, and German Hessians. Native Americans will be present as well-whose side will they be on this year? Concessions available. Admission for adults is $6 and children $3.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, November 7, 1:00 p.m.
Speaker TBA
The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove. Reservations are not required.

Closed Thursday, November 22 for Thanksgiving

Locust Grove Holiday Sampler
Friday, November 23
Spend the day after Thanksgiving exploring our region’s heritage. We’re open during our regular hours (10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.). Costumed demonstrators will be in the kitchen and woodshop from noon until 4:00 p.m. And you can even do holiday shopping in the museum store, with all items 20% off regular price. Even better, it’s all included in the regular admissions price – $8 for general admission, $4 for children 6-12, free for children under 6 and members.

Museum Store Sale
Friday, November 23 through Sunday, December 2, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
For special Christmas gifts without traffic hassles, visit our museum store. For 10 days after Thanksgiving, you’ll receive a 20 percent discount on all purchases. The museum store carries a wide array of books, toys, stationary and Kentucky-made crafts. The museum store is open Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and on Sundays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Afternoon Lecture Series
Wednesday, December 7, 1:00 p.m.
Louisville Dulcimer Society
The annual concert by the Louisville Dulcimer Society will kick off our holiday season. Get here early to get a good seat for this popular event! The Locust Grove Afternoon Lecture Series is held the first Wednesday of each month. Dessert and coffee are served at 1:00 pm with the lecture immediately following at 1:15 PM. Admission is $5, $3 for Friends of Historic Locust Grove.

Jane Austen Society meets at Locust Grove
Sunday, December 9, 2 p.m.
Houses in Jane Austen’s Life & Fiction by Iris Lutz, JASNA National President

Candlelight Christmas at Locust Grove
Friday, December 7, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 8, 4:00p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
It’s 1811 at Locust Grove under the warm glow of candles. The house shines warmly as the Clark and Croghan families prepare to greet their guests. Mantels and stairs are draped with fresh greens and fruits of all varieties. Out in the kitchen, the cook directs the preparation of the desserts for the houseguests. This wonderful family event takes you back to an earlier time as you tour Locust Grove by candlelight. Refreshments and children’s craft activities in the Audubon Room of the Visitors Center. Seasonal book sale.

Closed December 24 & 25

Closed December 31, 2012 & January 1, 2013

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