100 Years On the Ohio ~ Saturday, September 18, 2010
Experience this living timeline of Louisville's first century. Over 100 re-enactors will demonstrate the crafts, clothing, weaponry and food of each period from 1765-1865. "100 Years on the Ohio" will be held on Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19 from 10 am to 5 pm both days.
This event is held in partnership with the Falls Landing Foundation. Admission is $6/Adults; $5/Seniors (60+); $3/Children (ages 6-12). $15/Family Rate (2 adults with up to 3 children). Admission includes a tour of the Farnsley-Moremen House. Call us at 502/935-6809 for more information.
"Riverside Before the Farnsleys and the Moremens" ~ Sunday, September 26, 2010
Join us for talk on "Riverside Before the Farnsleys and the Moremens" on Sunday, September 26 at 2:00 PM in the Visitors Center. Learn about the early history of the Riverside property--including the story of the murder of Ebenezer Christopher (first owner of the land before the Farnsley-Moremen House was built)! Local historian David Baker will focus on Riverside, but he will also paint a picture of early life in the area. This event is FREE, but reservations are recommended. Call 935-6809.
This event is part of "Southwest Treasures" a partnership between Riverside and the Southwest Regional Library focusing on local history, heritage and other treasures unique to Southwest Louisville. For a full listing of programs offered at the library, go to: lfpl.org
The 1937 Flood's Impact on Southwest Louisville ~ Thursday, October 07, 2010
On Thursday, October 7 at 7:00 PM, Rick Bell, author of "The Great Flood of 1937," will present a slide show and talk about the impact this devastating event had on southwest Louisville. Did you know that 30 of the 33 miles of Dixie Highway from Louisville to Muldraugh Hill were under water? This event is FREE, but reservations are recommended. For more information on this program, call 502/935-6809.
This event is part of "Southwest Treasures," held in conjunction with the Southwest Regional Library.
"Measuring Time at the Farnsley-Moremen House" ~ Sunday, October 10, 2010
Take part in this unique tour of the Farnsley-Moremen House on Sunday, October 10th at 2:00 PM (begin at the Visitors Center). Take a special guided tour with Frank Webster (Webster's Clock Works) and hear the history of the site -- with a special emphasis on the antique clocks in the house. This event is FREE, but space is limited so advance reservations are required. Call 502/935-6809.
This event is part of "Southwest Treasures," a partnership between Riverside and the Southwest Regional Library that celebrates the history, heritage and other treasures of Southwest Louisville throughout the months of September and October. For information on programs at the library, to to lfpl.org
"History of Kentucky Bourbon Making in Southwest Louisville" ~ Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Kentucky bourbon historian Mike Veach of the Filson Historical Society will share the rich and interesting history of bourbon making in Southwest Louisville on Tuesday, October 12 at 6:30 PM. This presentation is FREE, but reservations are recommended. Call 502/935-6809.
This event is part of "Southwest Treasures," a partnership between Riverside and the Southwest Regional Library that celebrates the history, heritage and treasures of Southwest Louisville during September and October. For information on the programs offered at the library, go to: lfpl.org
Hearth Cooking Class ~ Saturday, October 23, 2010
Don't miss this opportunity to work with expert Lucy Ricketts on a hearth-cooked meal in the Riverside detached kitchen! Work in the morning--and enjoy your meal for lunch! (Class begins at 10:00 am and ends about 1:00 pm.) Space for this popular class is VERY LIMITED. Reservations are required. Call 502/935-6809.
This class is part of "Southwest Treasures," a partnership between Riverside and the Southwest Regional Library that celebrates the history, heritage and other treasures of Southwest Louisville during the months of September and October. For information on programs at the library, go to: lfpl.org
On-Going Events
Building Blocks of History Field Trips (September-October and mid-March-May)
Riverside’s award-winning, hands-on field trip program Building Blocks of
History includes:
- a tour of the historic Farnsley-Moremen House (built circa 1837)
- participation in an on-going archaeological dig under the supervision of professional archaeologists
- an opportunity for students to make their own "artifact" of their experience at Riverside by making a hand-made brick
This full-day field trip experience is limited to groups of 120 students per day.
The cost is $6/student. Call (502) 935-6809 to reserve your date today.
Dates are limited!!!
