Breckinridge County Historical Society

06/08/2026

📖 A Glimpse Into the Minds of Breckinridge County Students Nearly 100 Years Ago

While going through the 1928 Breckinridge County High School yearbook at the museum this morning, this really stands out.

Written by Ruby Jarboe, this “Class History” doesn’t just recount the events of high school—it transforms it into anepic journey. Freshmen begin their travels on the “Hill of Discipline,” pass through the “Whispering Ravine,” navigate the “Swamp of Latin” and “Mathematics Bend,” and find refuge in the “sun-shiny Meadow of English.”

The writing is thoughtful and funny It reminds us that while styles, fashions, and technology have changed, young people have always been capable of creativity, insight, and beautiful expression.

Take a moment to read this piece written by a Breckinridge County student in 1928 and share your thoughts!

06/05/2026

Ever wondered how Hardinsburg got its start?

Join us on June 25 as Tyler Hardin and Jane Mabe share the story of Hardin's Fort, the early days of our community, and the family's lasting impact on Breckinridge County.

📍 Breckinridge County Historical Society
🕕 6:00 PM
🎟️ Free and open to the public

Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!

06/03/2026

📬 Help Tell Breckinridge County’s Story!

As part of our Stars, Stripes & Stories Time Capsule Project, we’re inviting community members to submit items that capture life in Breckinridge County in 2026. These contributions will be sealed in a time capsule on July 4, 2026, and opened on July 4, 2076.

We are accepting items such as:
Photographs
Letters to the future
Family recipes
Church bulletins
Local business cards, menus, and advertisements
Event programs and flyers
Other small mementos that represent our community today

Please do not submit:
Perishable items
Liquids
Food products
Batteries or electronics
Anything hazardous, fragile, or oversized

A good rule of thumb: if you can’t safely put it in the mail, it probably shouldn’t go in the time capsule.

Drop-Off Opportunities:
Breckinridge County Historical Society Museum Museum — June 3, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wired Rooster — June 19, 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Breckinridge County Public Library, Hardinsburg Branch — June 11, 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Questions? Contact Nancy for more information.

Help us preserve today’s stories for the generations who will open this capsule 50 years from now

05/28/2026

Exciting news!!! The Breckinridge County Historical Society is proud to partner with The Greater Breckinridge County Chamber of Commerceon a special community Time Capsule Project in celebration of America’s 250th Birthday!

On July 4, 2026, we will gather at the Courthouse Square to bury a time capsule filled with memories, artifacts, and pieces of life in Breckinridge County today — to be opened on July 4, 2076.

This once-in-a-generation project is an opportunity for our community to leave a message for the future and preserve a snapshot of life during America’s Semiquincentennial celebration.

More details will be announced soon about how individuals, families, businesses, and organizations can participate and contribute items to the capsule.

Join us as we make history for the next generation. Please see information below on how you can contribute!

05/28/2026