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Kentucky Museum, Bowling Green, KY

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Kentucky Museum

A free history museum run by Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, with a large collection of regional artifacts.

1472 Kentucky Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101 · Bowling Green, KY

About Kentucky Museum

The Kentucky Museum sits on the Western Kentucky University campus in Bowling Green. It is open to the public at no charge for self-guided visits, and it hosts school groups, class visits, lectures, and community events. Its exhibits and collections cover regional history, including military items, and it offers traveling exhibits and volunteer opportunities.

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