Current and Upcoming Exhibits

Elegance & Opulence: Fashions of the Titanic Era from Liberty Hall Historic Site
April 14-June 23, 2012

Opening on the 100th anniversary of the Titanic's fateful encounter with an iceberg, this exhibit looks at Liberty Hall's collection of early 20th century dresses, including a gown by Charles Worth.

Past Exhibits

The Dolls & Superheroes of Frankfort
November 10-December 10, 2011
This holiday toy exhibit features dolls and action figures belonging to the Frankfort/Franklin County community.

Beautiful Brides
May 21-August 27, 2011
For the first time ever, all of the wedding dresses in the Liberty Hall collection will be on display during this special exhibit.

Brushstrokes & Blossoms
June 25-July 23, 2011
The artists of the En Plein Air group of the Kentucky Watercolor Society regularly visit Liberty Hall to be inspired by the homes and gardens. 

Brushstrokes & Blossoms Children's Exhibit
August 6-September 3, 2011
Local children will display their artistic talents in depicting gardens and flowers. multi-media artist Jennifer Zingg will lead the children in creating the art in two workshops. Workshop information can be found on the Calendar page.

Stepping Out in Style
October 1-30, 2010
This special exhibit, created in conjunction with A Very Brilliant Party, will explore the horse and carriage, as well as other means of transportation, used in Kentucky during the early 19th century. 

Giddy Up! Horse Toys in the Bluegrass
November 11-December 18, 2010
For the holidays and in celebration of the World Equestrian Games, a special family exhibit at the Orlando Brown House will focus on the one animal that is synonymous with the Bluegrass: the horse!

Words & Watercolor: The Art of Robert Burns Wilson
February 5-May 8, 2010
Robert Burns Wilson was known as "Kentucky's Poet" and the "Poet of the Bluegrass," and for good reason.  An active member of Frankfort society, the poet and artist captured the splendor and visible power of nature in Kentucky. 

Threshold
May 14-June 11, 2010
The sculptures of Frankfort native Melanie VanHouten will be on display in the Orlando Brown House.  . 

Brushstrokes & Blossoms
June 16-July 17, 2010
The artists of the En Plein Air group of the Kentucky Watercolor Society regularly visit Liberty Hall to be inspired by the homes and gardens. 

Brushstrokes & Blossoms Children's Exhibit
July 24-August 21, 2010
Local children will display their artistic talents in depicting gardens and flowers. 

For more information on exhibits, contact Beth Ann Caffery Carter at 502-227-2560 or send an email.