Updated: 9/30/2012 
The Ludlow Heritage Museum
Ludlow, Kentucky
Description

=A small community museum that explains the development of Ludlow from a scenic riverside estate of 1,000 acres to a thriving railroad town to the Cincinnati suburb it is today. The influx of Irish and German immigrants influenced much of its growth. Besides numerous displays and photographs, a genealogy/local history room is also available.

Mission
The Ludlow Heritage Mission Statement:

The mission of the Ludlow Heritage Society & Museum shall be to preserve and protect the historic and cultural artifacts of the city of Ludlow, to acquire, preserve, and display books, pamphlets, maps and other similar objects for the purpose of establishing a reference library and museum for the use of the community and tourists alike; to maintain genealogical records in order to keep an accurate record of the citizens of Ludlow, past, present and future; to potentially seek aid or to assist in the preservation of valuable, historic buildings, monuments and sites; to share the knowledge gained in these pursuits through publications and programs for the public.

History

The museum's Grand Opening was held on October 22nd, 2011, and is continuing to gain local attention.

Artifact Collections
Numerous items illustrating the Ludlow Lagoon Amusement Park
the railroad (Southern/Queen & Crescent/Cincinnati, New Orleans & Texas Pacific)
local businesses, schools, churches, architecture, personalities
and more ...
Research Collections
Over 2,000 photographs from as early as 1863 to present
Ludlow newspapers from the 1870's to present
Books
Family files
House and location files
Maps, plats, and architectural drawings and more ...
Programs

We have had genealogy "how-to" lectures and hosted guest speakers.

Facilities

Our current facility is small with hopes to expand in the future.

Library

Our research library is reference-only...not a lending library.

Access: General Public

Appointment required: False

Services
Gift Shop
Event Rental
Group Tours
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