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Kentucky State Parks News

Latest News Releases

• State Park Book Will Be Featured At Kentucky Book Fair Nov. 7
  Tuesday, October 27, 2009
  Both the writer and photographer behind the new book “The Complete Guide To Kentucky State Parks” will be at the 28th Kentucky Book Fair on Nov. 7 at the Frankfort Convention Center.
• Carter Caves Presents Dinner Theater Nov. 14 – “The HoneyMurderers”
  Friday, October 23, 2009
  Carter Caves State Resort Park is hosting a dinner theater that should bring back memories and a lot of laughs for guests.
• Cave Expedition Weekend Set For Nov. 13-15 At Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park
  Wednesday, October 21, 2009
  If you’re thinking about taking up spelunking as a hobby, consider paying a visit to Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park the weekend of Nov. 13-15.
• Moon Glow Golf Tournament at Boots Randolph Golf Course Oct. 31
  Tuesday, October 20, 2009
• Cumberland Falls Invites Hikers to Take ‘Moonbow Trail Trek’
  Tuesday, October 20, 2009
• Evening Cruise Along Lake Barkley Offered Oct. 24
  Friday, October 16, 2009
  Lake Barkley State Resort Park is hosting an evening cruise Oct. 24 for a beautiful view of fall colors and sunset along the shoreline of Lake Barkley.
• Kentucky State Parks Offering Thanksgiving Buffet
  Thursday, October 15, 2009
  Kentucky State Parks restaurants are preparing for one of the busiest days of the year – Thanksgiving Day.
• Living History Encampment at William Whitley Historic Site Oct. 24
  Wednesday, October 14, 2009
  The William Whitley House State Historic Site will host a Living History Encampment on Oct. 24, featuring interpreters portraying figures from the early days of Kentucky’s settlement.
• Audubon Museum Hosts Prestigious Art and Craft Exhibition Starting Oct. 23
  Monday, October 12, 2009
  The John James Audubon Museum will present the Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen group exhibition, a unique mixed media showcase of talent highlighting 2D and 3D work created by Guild members throughout the Kentucky area.
• Deadline for Poetry Contest For Kentucky State Parks 85th Anniversary Is Nov. 2
  Friday, October 09, 2009
  For those of you who like to write about your outdoor experiences, the parks system has a poetry contest for you.
• CCC Reunion Planned At Cumberland Falls on Oct. 10
  Wednesday, October 07, 2009
  Cumberland Falls State Resort Park is hosting a reunion for a group of people who left their mark on Kentucky and the rest of the country during the Great Depression.
• Geocaching and Fall Fest At E.P. “Tom” Sawyer State Park Oct. 16-17
  Wednesday, October 07, 2009
• Fort Boonesborough State Park Celebrates Boone’s 275th Birthday Oct. 17-18
  Wednesday, October 07, 2009
  The state park near Richmond that bears his name is holding a special weekend to commemorate Boone’s life.
• PhotoScenic Weekend Set For Oct. 24-25 at Natural Bridge
  Wednesday, October 07, 2009
  Natural Bridge State Resort Park will host the 47th annual PhotoScenic Kentucky Workshop the weekend of Oct. 24-25.
• Native American Art and Culture Exhibit Featured at Wickliffe Mounds During October
  Tuesday, October 06, 2009
  In recognition of Native American Heritage Month in November, Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site has acquired a temporary exhibit from the Kentucky Historical Society called, “Of Father Sky and Mother Earth: Early Southeastern Indian Art and Culture.”
• “Tony & Tina Murder Mystery” To Be Shown at General Butler State Resort Park Nov. 14
  Monday, October 05, 2009
  The dinner theater production includes audience participation, so bring your dancing shoes, too. Guests will love this fun-packed evening. First introductions to the final revelations, you’ll be transported into an amazing experience.
• Salt Festival At Big Bone Lick State Park Set For Oct. 16-18
  Thursday, October 01, 2009
  The weekend will feature demonstrations of pioneer and Native American life, salt making, spear throwing, storytelling, music, crafts and more.
• Mineral Mound State Park Hosts Two-Man Scramble Oct. 17-18
  Thursday, October 01, 2009
• Fall Photography Weekend At Pennyrile Forest Oct. 16-18
  Tuesday, September 29, 2009
  This weekend consists of a digital photography contest with point and shoot, intermediate, and masters divisions, evening programs, critique and award ceremony.
• Kentucky State Parks Ready For A Real Halloween Scream In October
  Monday, September 28, 2009
  Kentucky State Parks are getting out the pumpkins and ghoulish decorations to prepare for one of the most popular times at parks – Halloween