Culture
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Old Home Takes on New Life
The Spotswood House was built in the late 18th century, before Kentucky achieved statehood. In recent decades, the Georgian-style home had fallen into disrepair.
Stitching a Trail of History
The Kentucky Quilt Trails wind through the picturesque back roads of the state, where roadside barns, billboards, schools, floodwalls and other buildings display colorful replicas of homemade quilts.
Let the Games Begin
In 2009, the Glasgow Highland Games will celebrate its 24th year as a community event, honoring the Scottish heritage of the region and offering the opportunity for a little friendly competition for those hearty enough to participate in a stone toss or hammer throw.
Modern-Day Marble Shooters
Billy Buck Brown says he can make a good marble shooter out of anyone. All it takes is a little practice, learning how to lay the marble between the first and second finger and flick with your thumb.
Relax and Stay Awhile
Travelers to and through Barren County can always find a relaxing place to stay – complete with homemade meals and friendly conversation – thanks to the growing number of bed-and-breakfast inns.
History Worth Exploring
The South Central Kentucky Cultural Center has 30,000 feet of space worth exploring.
Mural Project Transforms Downtown Glasgow
Blank walls will soon be a thing of the past in downtown Glasgow, at least if Linda Wells has her way.
Glasgow Native Charles Hunter Excelled on the Court and in the Boardroom
When Charles Hunter graduated from Glasgow’s Ralph Bunche High School in 1962, the Division 1 basketball scholarship offers had been rolling in.
South Central Kentucky Cultural Center Hosts Smithsonian Exhibit
On Oct. 11, 2008, the Smithsonian Institution comes to Barren County for six weeks in the form of a five-kiosk traveling exhibit designed specifically for rural audiences and small museums.
Up to 15,000 Visitors Attend the Annual Glasgow Highland Games
Kilts, bagpipes, Irish rock bands and tugs-of-war share the spotlight annually during the four-day Glasgow Highland Games at the Barren River Lake State Resort Park
Plaza Theatre’s Stage Hosts Local and National Performing Talent
Everything old is new again at the Plaza Theatre, which is enjoying a successful renaissance since reopening in 2001.
Memorials Pay Tribute to America’s Veterans
Barren County is proud to honor those who have served our country
Highway 60/80 Yard Sale Runs Through Barren County
For sale: Just about anything at the annual Highway 68/80 Yard Sale.
Birthday Celebration Raises Cash for Mission Work
Everyone could take a lesson in life from Trevor Baise
Glasgow Hosts Kentucky’s Largest Evening Christmas Parade
Glasgow has one of the largest evening Christmas parades in Kentucky.
Camp Rotary Is a Time-Honored and Treasured Retreat
Camp Rotary is more than a rugged Boy Scout retreat 15 miles south-east of Glasgow.
Glasgow Garden Club Keeps Barren County Beautiful
If you notice a pretty floral display somewhere in Glasgow‚ chances are it was placed there by the Glasgow Garden Club.
Barren County Men Featured in Documentary About Hunting and Friendship
Four Barren County men got a taste of stardom in 2006 when they were featured in a Kentucky Educational Television documentary about hunting‚ masculinity and good old-fashioned friendship.
Machine Operator Moonlights as Award-Winning Artist
Work by self-taught artist Steve Clay of Summer Shade includes an artistic rendering of a Kentucky license plate.
Glasgow Musicale Is Still Going Strong
Kentucky's oldest music organization also happens to be its largest – and its home is right here in Glasgow.
Barren County Named Best Place to Live in Rural America
The Barren County Courthouse in downtown Glasgow.
Plaza Theatre, Others Earn Glasgow Regional Hub for Arts
After years of planning‚ renovation and revitalization‚ Glasgow is coming into its own as a regional hub for the arts and culture.
Renovations Turn Plaza Theatre into Glasgow’s Crown Jewel
Perhaps one of the most impressive gems in Glasgow's crown is the Plaza Theatre. But this jewel has not always sparkled so.
Former Residents Rediscover Glasgow’s Quality of Life
If there were a Glasgow-Barren County photo album‚ it would be filled with pictures of families gathered in the high school stadium on a fall Friday night cheering on the Trojans or the Scotties.
Work Continues on South Central Kentucky Cultural Center
Slowly but surely‚ the South Central Kentucky Cultural Center is taking shape.
Horse Cave Theatre Produces Broadway-Caliber Work
What makes an actor trade New York City for Horse Cave‚ Ky.? Quality theater‚ of course.
Concert on the Square Sponsored by Community Foundation
On a sultry July Friday‚ just days before Independence Day‚ music sweetens the air in the picturesque Glasgow town square.
Glasgow Comes Alive With Downtown Makeover
Glasgow's historic city center has seen better days‚ and is poised to see them again in the very near future.
