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Current & Upcoming Exhibitions

10/10/2009 - 3/28/2010
WWII: 48 Local Stories That Changed the World This October, the Frazier International History Museum will open a new temporary exhibit, WWII: 48 Local Stories That Changed the World. The exhibition captures the wartime stories local men and women from a variety of social, economic and ethnic backgrounds whose experiences exemplify the regional and national World War II experience, as well as local businesses. The use of oral histories, interactive audio and video clips, music and dozens of artifacts help to provide insight into America's "greatest generation," as well as provoke questions such as-- why did this particular generation rise to the challenge and do so with such patriotism and passion when facing sacrifice, hardship and survival? Leading up to the opening of the exhibit, the Frazier Museum is undertaking a conservation effort of a model of the USS Louisville. Built by Ray Arthur of Canton, Ga., the USS Louisville is taking up residency in our Great Hall, where visitors can observe the restoration of the ship by two of our volunteers. If you can't make it to the museum, you can follow the conservation of the ship online at our Facebook Fan Page! For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

12/11/2009 - 4/1/2010
Ready. Aim. Schützenfest! The Schützenfest tradition traces its roots to 14th century Germany when marksmen used crossbows to shoot elaborately decorated targets as part of multi-day festivals. Crossbows gave way to rifles, and the competition eventually found its way to America, when immigrants brought the pastime to their new homeland. Today, like then, entire communities join in the revelry, which includes parades, picnics, dances and fireworks. As part of this ultimate target shooting challenge and social event, expert marksmen compete to win lavish prizes. The Frazier Museum is proud to present the late L. Dan Schlegel Jr.'s impressive Schützenfest Collection, thanks to the generosity of daughters Lynn Kunau and Laura Lee Boone, in our 3rd Floor North Gallery. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

4/23/2010 - 9/5/2010
The American Soldier-- A Photographic Tribute Starting in April, visitors will see the courage, camaraderie and human drama of U.S. servicemen and women in action as captured in 116 pictures chosen for the unique traveling exhibition, The American Soldier – A Photographic Tribute. The exhibit assembles images taken from the earliest use of photographic apparatus to today’s digital cameras and covers Americans in the Civil War, Spanish-American War, Boxer Rebellion, World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Afghanistan and Iraq. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

5/15/2010 - 10/24/2010
Pirates: Treasure & Treachery Piracy is as old as man’s fascination with the sea and now, through this exciting interactive exhibit designed to appeal to the adventurous spirit in adults and children, alike, visitors can share the adventure! Hear the stirring sagas of world-famous pirates, such as Captain Morgan, Calico Jack Rackham, Sir Francis Drake and Blackbeard. Meet swashbuckling female pirates and discover the differences between real-life pirates and their counterparts in fiction and movies. The pirates exhibit, which uses traveling exhibit components as well as features created by the Frazier Museum, will utilize artifacts, treasure, maps, illustrations and multimedia components to examine the lives of buccaneers, privateers and pirates, including modern-day, sea-bound gangs and those who sought their fortunes right there on the Ohio River. Together, they offer an unparalleled look at life under the infamous black flag. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

Calendar of Events

2/11/2010
Happy Hour at the Frazier Museum with the Kentucky Opera Every Thursday, beginning January 21 through February 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. Free Admission. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres provided. Join us for drinks and hors d’oeuvres to celebrate Black History Month through song. Kentucky Opera Studio Artists will perform Oh Freedom!, taking you through the cultural history of African Americans from pre-slavery to modern times, including the world premiere of a new composition by Harry Pickens based on one of President Obama’s recent speeches. Enjoy Brown-Forman wines, BBC Beer and snacks from Proof on Main. Access to all museum galleries begins at 5 p.m., with a brief performance from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Brought to you by the Fund for the Arts. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

2/11/2010
Red Cross & Frazier Museum Host Blood Drive... WWII Style Sign up today for our February 11 blood drive! The history of the American Red Cross is inextricably linked to the history of war in America. The Frazier Museum and the Louisville Area Chapter of the American Red Cross are partnering to host a special blood drive in honor of the current temporary exhibit, WWII: 48 Local Stories That Changed the World. Present to donate blood at the Frazier Museum on Thursday, February 11 between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and receive discounted admission to the Frazier Canteen dinner and dance that Saturday, as well as a voucher for free museum admission including the WWII exhibit. Sign up today by calling Margaret Seifert, Manager of Volunteers and Special Events, at (502) 753-1689 or email. Limited free parking will be available to blood donors. For More Information: Margaret Seifert mseifert@fraziermuseum.org Phone: (502) 753-1689

2/13/2010
Frazier Canteen: 1940s USO-style Dinner & Dance Fundraiser Join us for a World War II era canteen dance on Valentine’s Weekend! Dance the night away to the big band sounds of the amazing 17-piece Don Krekel Orchestra, while enjoying a cash bar, a “donut bar,” where you can decorate and top your own donut and a delicious canteen-style buffet, including a Victory Gardens tossed salad, homestyle meatloaf, chicken casserole, mac and cheese, green bean casserole and yummy bread! WWII dress is encouraged, but not required. Professional dancers from the All That Dance studio will be on-hand to entertain the crowd with their amazing swing dancing talent! Tickets are $45 per person or just $85 per couple. Member tickets are $40 each. Gallery admission and a souvenir photo are included. Reserved tables are $450, including 8 seats and 8 free drink tickets. Ask about sponsorship opportunities and military/veteran discounts. Please bring much-needed items for our service men and women serving in Afghanistan and Iraq. Please see list for items. Space is limited, so get your tickets by calling (502) 753-5663 TODAY! Proceeds benefit the Frazier International History Museum, now presenting the original exhibit, WWII: 48 Local Stories. Click here to learn how you can receive a discounted admission to the Frazier Canteen just by donating blood to the American Red Cross! For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

2/16/2010
An Illustrated History of the Tuskegee Airmen Lecture In this one hour multimedia lecture featuring photographs, video and audio clips, Ron Spriggs, tells the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, who manned the first all-black combat units in the U.S. Army Corps. About 450 Tuskegee Airmen were deployed overseas during WWII. Spriggs will detail their groundbreaking achievements and look back at the early days of black aviation. This lecture is FREE. Galleries open at 6 p.m., with lecture beginning at 7 p.m. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

2/16/2010
Pioneers in the Cockpit: The Illustrated History of the Tuskegee Airmen Professional Development for Teachers In a one-hour multimedia lecture featuring photographs, video and audio clips, presenter Ron Spriggs tells the story of the Tuskegee Airmen. Before WWII, no U.S. military pilots were African American. Despite the War Department’s reluctance, Congress forced the Army Air Corps to form an all-black combat unit. The Tuskegee Airmen served with distinction, paving the way for the eventual integration of the U.S. armed forces. Also included in the workshop, is a visit to our temporary exhibit, WWII: 48 Local Stories That Changed the World and an informal session about creative ways to integrate the evening’s information into your curricula. Light refreshments provided.

2/18/2010
WWII Romance-Love You Dearly BITE OF HISTORY Lecture Series In this poignant true story, Hugh Ridenour of the Kentucky Humanities Council and Carolyn Ridenour use a treasure trove of letters and a diary to chronicle a young couple's love during World War II. The lecture is free. (Gallery admission is not included.) Drinks and light dessert are complementary. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunches. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

2/21/2010
Jewish Film Festival screening of "Blessed is the Match" As part of the 12^th Annual Louisville Jewish Film Festival, February 13-21, the Jewish Community Center presents “Blessed is the Match,” the story of Hannah Senesh, a Hungarian writer who parachuted into Germany with a group of Israeli resistance fighters. This English language film is compiled from her diary and letters, and includes reenactment and contemporary footage. Tickets are $18 and include access to the Frazier Museum’s temporary exhibit, WWII: 48 Local Stories That Changed the World. Gallery access begins at 5:30 p.m. and the screening is at 7 p.m. Dessert and coffee follow the film. Go to www.jccoflouisville.org for more information. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

3/3/2010
Dollar Day A dollar may not get you as much today as it did in the 1940s, but the Frazier Museum is trying to change that! In celebration of our current exhibit, WWII: 48 Local Stories That Changed the World, we’re hosting Dollar Day, where museum admission is just $1. See this exhibit, as well as our permanent galleries and historical interpretations for just a buck! For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

3/18/2010
Kentuckians with Lewis and Clark BITE OF HISTORY Lecture Series Learn about the important role Kentuckians played in the Lewis and Clark Expedition from Jim Holmberg, curator of special collections at the Filson Historical Society. The lecture is free. (Gallery admission is not included.) Drinks and light dessert are complimentary. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunches. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

4/15/2010
Daniel Boone: An American Icon BITE OF HISTORY Lecture Series Historian Dr. Richard Taylor traces the origins and evolution of Daniel Boone from an unschooled sone of the wilderness to his mythic status as the quintessential American pioneer. The lecture is free. (Gallery admission is not included.) Drinks and light dessert are complimentary. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunches. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663

5/20/2010
Travel in the Middle Ages BITE OF HISTORY Lecture Series Historian Dr. Cynthia Resor contrasts the ease and frequency of modern travel with the challenges of travel in pre-industrial age. The lecture is free. (Gallery admission is not included.) Drinks and light dessert are complimentary. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunches. For More Information: Guest Services Phone: (502) 753-5663