This exhibit guides visitors through Lucy Higgs Nichols' life, from 1838 — 1915. Period documents and letters detail her life as a slave in Tennessee, a nurse during the Civil War, and her post-war life in freedom.
This moving exhibition draws the national phenomenon of the Underground Railroad into sharp focus by revealing the contributions of ordinary people, both free and enslaved, whose courageous acts on both sides of the Ohio River helped overthrow the institution of slavery.
The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center is pleased to announce the opening of a new exhibition, G.W. Morrison, Artist: To a Finer Effect, on display March 10 – August 1, 2026 in the Sally Newkirk Gallery. Curated by Albertus Gorman, this exhibition is…
« All Events “Letters Home” Writing Station (Historical Reflection) May 1 10:00 am - May 31 5:00 pm Throughout the month of May join our Museum Educator Jessica Hartman at the Cultural Arts Center as we explore the power of words and personal storytelling in…
The Floyd County Carnegie Library Cultural Arts Center is proud to announce our next exhibition, REDEMPTION featuring the works of artist Jaylin Monet' Stewart. Jaylin is a nationally acclaimed visual artist, founder, and cultural storyteller whose work spans over 30 murals across the United States.…
« All Events Dance Party at the Museum June 12 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Get ready to move, groove, and have a blast at Dance Party at the Museum! Designed for children ages 3–8, this high-energy program invites young visitors to explore music and…
« All Events Father’s Day DIY Gift-Making Workshop June 12 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Join us at the Cultural Arts Center for a fun, hands-on workshop where participants can create meaningful, personalized gifts to celebrate dads and father figures. This family-friendly program encourages creativity,…
« All Events All About Art: Underground Railroad, Not A Subway June 16 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Celebrate Juneteenth at the Cultural Arts Center with a special “All About Art” program that brings history to life through storytelling and creativity. Participants will watch a…
« All Events Learn Circle Weaving June 17 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Discover the art of weaving in this hands-on program, Learning to Circle Weave, presented by Michelle Amos of The Little Loomhouse in Louisville! Perfect for beginners and curious creators, this engaging workshop…
