2012 Calendar of Events
(click here to see a list of past events)
 

January 26-28 - Winter Weekend
Liberty Hall and the Orlando Brown House will be open for tours on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, January 26-28, from 12 noon until 4:30 p.m. Tours of Liberty Hall will start at 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:00 p.m., leaving from the Orlando Brown House. Admission to the Orlando Brown House is free; there is a small charge for tours of Liberty Hall. Visitors can also pick up a 2012 LHHS events calendar and purchase a 2012 LHHS season pass. We welcome family in town for the Kentucky Touchstone Energy All "A" Classic!

February 7, March 6, April 3, and May 1  - Preschool Story Time
Margaret Wise Brown Preschool Story Time returns at 11:00 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. Each story time will have a  theme inspired by the books of Margaret Wise Brown, author of Goodnight Moon and a descendant of John and Margaretta Brown. This program is appropriate for children ages 2-5, and is free. Space is limited and advanced registration is recommended.  Large groups can contact Jennifer Koach at (502) 227-2560 to arrange a special story time.

February 9, 10, and 11 - February Teas at the Orlando Brown House - Saturday 11th Sold Out
This winter, treat your valentine or friends to a cozy afternoon in one of Frankfort's historic homes. The theme of this year's teas is the War of 1812, and will be hosted by a costumed interpreter portraying Margaretta Brown. A light luncheon menu and teas will be served each day at noon. Space is limited and reservations are required. Seats are $22 per person ($20 for Friends of Liberty Hall).

Menu by Candleberry Tea Room:
Red Garden Soup
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Olive Nut Sandwich
Benedictine Sandwich
Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry
Candleberry Kiss (Meringue)
Lavender Heart Cookie

Hot Cinnamon Spice Tea
Earl Gray Tea
Raspberry Herbal Tea (decaf)

Call for reservations by February 6th. Click here for printable flyer (pdf).

February 24 and 25 - Volunteer Kick-Off
Learn about all of the volunteer opportunities at LHHS and sign up for training. Friday's session is at 2:00 p.m.; Saturday's session is at 10:00 a.m. Call Jennifer to register or for more information. Also visit the Volunteer page.

March 12-15 - Opening Week at Liberty Hall Historic Site

• March 12, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Open House for Friends of Liberty Hall and NSCDA-KY

• March 13, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Open House for Media, Government, and Hospitality

• March 13, 4:30-6:00 p.m. - Open House for Educators

• March 14, 1:00-4:00 p.m. - Open House for General Public

• March 15, 10:00 a.m. - Regular visitors center hours and tour times resume

March 17 and April 21 - Hearth Cooking Demonstrations
Learn about 19th century foods and cooking techniques in Liberty Hall's 1796 kitchen. Recipes are usually locally-sourced and fit the season.  12:00-4:00 p.m. The kitchen is open for tour guests and Friends.

March 24 - Kids Activity
Kids will have lots of fun the old-fashioned way! Two sessions are available: 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00-2:30 p.m. Space is limited to 10 children each session; advanced registration is recommended. Cost is $5 per child ($4 for Friends). Check back after February 13 for program details.

April 13 - Opening Reception for Elegance & Opulence
Join us for wine, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and an early look at our exhibit of dresses of the Titanic era from the Liberty Hall Historic Site collection. Admission is $15 per person ($10 for Friends of Liberty Hall). At the Orlando Brown House.

April 14 - Workshop for Adults-Hearth Cooking
Learn to cook the old-fashioned way at Liberty Hall! Students will make three or four dishes and receive a recipe book to take home. The cost is $40 per person ($35 for Friends). Space is limited to five participants and registration by April 9 is required. Contact Jennifer to register.

April 23-25 - Tour of Historic Annapolis, Maryland
Join us for an incredible experience touring historic Annapolis, a private home on Maryland's Eastern Shore, and Mt. Clare Historic House in Baltimore. Spaces is limited, and deposit is due by January 31. For more information, please call (502) 227-2560.

May 7 - Planting the Annuals
Help us make the Gardens of Liberty Hall beautiful! Meet at the back porch of the Orlando Brown House at 1:00 p.m. Wear appropriate clothing, shoes, and sunscreen; water will be provided.

September 1-2 - Art in the Gardens at Liberty Hall
Liberty Hall Historic Site is proud to host this new regional fine arts fair. “Art in the Gardens at Liberty Hall” will be held on the four and a half acres of Liberty Hall Historic Site in downtown Frankfort, with booths meandering through the lush gardens.  In addition to arts booths and an opportunity to meet the artists, the fair will feature local and regional musicians, children’s arts activities, and local foods.  Visitors will also be encouraged to tour the two historic homes on the site. For more information, visit www.artinthegardensatlibertyhall.org.