MOST RECENT
Artists Turn Utility Boxes into Works of Art in Lexington
Art project turning utility boxes into canvasses for artists.
New Broadway Hits Coming to Kentucky
PNC Broadway’s upcoming season includes new hits, old favorites.
Silent Book Clubs Become the New Social Chapter
The novel way avid readers are enjoying community.
Instruments From the Past Helping Tell Holocaust Stories
Violins of Hope uses instruments to shares stories of World War II Jewish musicians.
Community Theatre Group Celebrates Big Milestone
Next year, the Barren County group will have produced shows in their historic venue for two decades.
From Ministry to Metalwork
Former pastor finds new calling as a knifemaker.
‘”Ratatat Man” Making Stage Debut
Radio play makes its way to stage in Frankfort.
Kentucky Arts and Letters Day
Readers and writers converge in New Castle, the center of the Wendell Berry universe.
Book Highlights Work of ‘Peacekeepers’
Louisville ‘Peacekeepers’ tell their stories about working to prevent violence in a new book.
Heart of the Horse
New exhibit looks at Japanese horse culture.
Bookmark Bev Inspires Young Readers
Louisville woman creates bookmarks that encourage reading.
Opening of Lexington’s Gatton Park Ten Years in the Making
The ten-acre park features an amphitheater, splash pad, playground, dog park and more.
Artists Aiding Artists
Fund helps Kentucky artists rebuild after disaster.
Venue Brings Broadway to Bowling Green
Spotlight on the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center
Flyover Film Festival
Independent films being showcased at Louisville festival.
Music Festival Putting Somerset on the Map
The once small musical event continues to draw bigger crowds and bigger names each year.
Eastern Kentucky Vegan Curates New Cookbook
Jan Brandenburg is converting Appalachian comfort foods into plant-based recipes.
Public Art Project Brings Pianos to Downtown Louisville
The project encourages people to create music while also decorating the area.
Lexington Freedom Train Monument Unveiled
The monument honors Lewis and Harriet Hayden.
Keeping Art of Appalachian Broom Making Alive
Sunhouse Craft in Berea says the artisan broom business is booming.
Soul-Feast Celebrates Five Years in Lexington
It’s a week-long celebration of black entrepreneurship and community.
Three Stages of Career with Pattie Dale Tye
Pattie Dale Tye sits down with KET’s Christie Dutton to discuss her book.
Actor and Kentucky Native Discusses Latest Role
Josh Hopkins talks with Renee Shaw about the western movie “Rust.”
Louisville Art Class Honors Students
The Louisville Visual Art program has been around for more than 100 years.
WKU Student Designs Oaks Dress for Miss KY
Emma Cox created a pink lily design for both the dress and hat.
VISUAL ART
From Ministry to Metalwork
Former pastor finds new calling as a knifemaker.
Heart of the Horse
New exhibit looks at Japanese horse culture.
Bookmark Bev Inspires Young Readers
Louisville woman creates bookmarks that encourage reading.
Lexington Freedom Train Monument Unveiled
The monument honors Lewis and Harriet Hayden.
Louisville Art Class Honors Students
The Louisville Visual Art program has been around for more than 100 years.
WKU Student Designs Oaks Dress for Miss KY
Emma Cox created a pink lily design for both the dress and hat.
Massive Concrete Sculpture Installed at New Lexington Park
The 16-ton sculpture resembles a fossil commonly found in Lexington’s limestone.
I Was Here
“I Was Here” blends history, technology, and the arts.
Photojournalist Reflects on Meeting Iwo Jima Photographer
Bill Kight says he was moved by that iconic photo as a child.
New Art Gallery on Display in State Capitol
Started in 2021, the Team Kentucky Gallery rotates artwork made exclusively by Kentuckians.
Honoring the Enslaved at Ashland, Henry Clay Estate
Ashland, the Henry Clay Estate, is hosting tours to give visitors the full story of those enslaved.
Teen Surprised With Art Contest’s Grand Prize
The winner of the Kentucky Derby Museum’s Horsing Around With Art contest is announced.
Marking 80 Years Since the Holocaust
Teachers and artists in Kentucky are engaging students as honor the lives lost.
Musician Swaps Guitar Strings for Woodworking
A musician turned woodworker has honed his craft and now makes elaborate wooden spoons.
KY School Home to World-Class Art Gallery
Students in Barren County now have a world-class art gallery on their high school campus.
Commission Preserving, Celebrating EKY’s Art, Culture
The Eastern Kentucky Humanities Commission is preserving art, history and culture.
Immersive Mural Gaining Attention in Covington
Wenzel House is a new, immersive mural in Covington.
Corn Maze with a Message
Owners of a Bourbon County farm use a corn maze to spell out a special message.
New Heritage Exhibit in Berea
New heritage exhibit in Berea.
From Graffiti to Gallery
PRHBTN opens annual art gallery in Lexington.
Helen LaFrance Collection
Helen LaFrance was a Graves County native. Her art is now on display in Paducah.
Sun Boxes
How an art installation is using sound to help people see the world differently.
From Paris to Paris
Rare photos from Summer Olympics on display in Kentucky.
White Oak Gathering
Kentucky Museum at Western Kentucky University hosted the White Oak Gathering.
Paint the Town
Local artists hit the streets of Lexington to create art and community.
MUSIC
Instruments From the Past Helping Tell Holocaust Stories
Violins of Hope uses instruments to shares stories of World War II Jewish musicians.
Music Festival Putting Somerset on the Map
The once small musical event continues to draw bigger crowds and bigger names each year.
Public Art Project Brings Pianos to Downtown Louisville
The project encourages people to create music while also decorating the area.
“Dukes of Hazzard” Star Headlines Concert for Flood Victims
The Foundation of Appalachian Kentucky will hold a special Flood Relief Concert in Hazard.
William Still’s Family Helps Bring Opera to Life
Lexington connection to new opera on the father of the Underground Railroad.
Kentucky Native Used Music To Protest Alongside Dr. King
A civil rights activist from Kentucky met and marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
WKU Band Rings in New Year in London
The WKU Big Red Marching Band played in the New Year’s Day parade in London.
Janis Ian Collection
Grammy-winning artist Janis Ian is donating her life’s work to a Kentucky college.
Mariachi Escudo
A look at Mariachi Escudo, the only public-school mariachi band program in Kentucky.
Judas Priest Guitarist Opens Up
Judas Priest guitarist returns to Louisville festival after suffering aortic aneurysm.
Seniors Got Talent
Twelve acts competed in the annual “Seniors Got Talent” showcase.
Holler of Doom Festival
Metal fans gather in the mountain for Holler of Doom festival.
Kentucky Guitar Works
Shop offers opportunity to make and play guitars.
Covington Man Helps Local and International Artists Get It All on Tape – Cassette Tape
Covington man helps local and international artists get it all on tape – cassette tape.
Building Community with Beats
A Louisville man is using beats to build community.
PERFORMANCE ART
New Broadway Hits Coming to Kentucky
PNC Broadway’s upcoming season includes new hits, old favorites.
‘”Ratatat Man” Making Stage Debut
Radio play makes its way to stage in Frankfort.
Venue Brings Broadway to Bowling Green
Spotlight on the Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center
High School Musicals Competing for National Spotlight
Students are competing for the first-ever KPA Bradley Awards.
Professional Actor Brings His Talent to Bowling Green
He’s appearing in a community theatre production in Bowling Green this weekend.
Lexington Native Traveling with Broadway’s “Moulin Rogue”
Broadway’s “Moulin Rouge” is playing in Louisville and there is a familiar face.
Kentucky Unmasked
Local performers share stories of identity, authenticity.
Jack Harlow & the Louisville Orchestra
The Louisville Orchestra is teaming up with Jack Harlow for an original ballet.
Bluegrass Youth Ballet
Bluegrass Youth Ballet recently debuted a new dance created by the founder of the program.
Aging Gracefully Through Dance
In Owensboro, a group of seniors are aging gracefully and living longer through dance.
Seniors Got Talent
Twelve acts competed in the annual “Seniors Got Talent” showcase.
Ballet Bound
Louisville program makes ballet accessible to all.
Dance Group On A Mission
The Allegro Dance Project has been serving Lexington for ten years with one mission.
State Fair Arts and Crafts
Exploring arts and culture at the Kentucky State Fair.
Inside the Owensboro Dance Theater
Owensboro Dance Theater has shared performance art with the region for more than 40 years.
Radio Shows From the 1940s and 50s Back in Spotlight Thanks to Jessamine County Troupe
Radio shows from the 1940s and 50s back in spotlight thanks to Jessamine County troupe.
Bluegrass Writers Coalition Celebrates Short Stories Set in Kentucky
The Bluegrass Writers Coalition celebrated the winners of its inaugural short story contest.
Behind-The-Scenes of Louisville’s Nutcracker
A holiday tradition for many this time of year is seeing a live performance of …
LITERATURE
Silent Book Clubs Become the New Social Chapter
The novel way avid readers are enjoying community.
Kentucky Arts and Letters Day
Readers and writers converge in New Castle, the center of the Wendell Berry universe.
Book Highlights Work of ‘Peacekeepers’
Louisville ‘Peacekeepers’ tell their stories about working to prevent violence in a new book.
Eastern Kentucky Vegan Curates New Cookbook
Jan Brandenburg is converting Appalachian comfort foods into plant-based recipes.
Three Stages of Career with Pattie Dale Tye
Pattie Dale Tye sits down with KET’s Christie Dutton to discuss her book.
How Nation’s Founding Father Influenced KY’s Constitution
Denis Fleming’s book about Thomas Jefferson has earned him credit as a constitutional scholar.
Angela Billings on Her Book, Command the Crisis
The veteran was a spokesperson for the U.S. Air Force.
Veteran Shares Experiences Navigating Chaos and Crises
Angela Billings is also a Louisville communications strategist and entrepreneur.
Meet Kentucky’s New Poet Laureate
Driskell was celebrated during Kentucky Writers Day in Frankfort.
Al Roker Talks New Cookbook at KY Event
The Kentucky Book Festival welcomed Al Roker and a host of local authors.
Troublesome Rising
A new collection of writings from those who experienced the devastating 2022 eastern Kentucky flood.
Lexington’s Youth Poet Laureate on Sharing Her Culture with Others Through Poetry
Lexington’s Youth Poet Laureate on sharing her culture with others through poetry.
Bluegrass Writers Coalition Celebrates Short Stories Set in Kentucky
The Bluegrass Writers Coalition celebrated the winners of its inaugural short story contest.
Conversation with Lexington’s First Youth Poet Laureate, Kiitan Adedeji
Conversation with Lexington’s first Youth Poet Laureate, Kiitan Adedeji.
Youth Poet Laureate
Lexington has a new Youth Poet Laureate.
The Typing Poet
Curtis Kaiser sets up with an old typewriter and types out poems for anyone who walks by.
Lexington’s Ada Limon Named Poet Laureate
Ada Limon of Lexington, KY wins the MacArthur Genius Grant.
FILM & TELEVISION
Community Theatre Group Celebrates Big Milestone
Next year, the Barren County group will have produced shows in their historic venue for two decades.
Flyover Film Festival
Independent films being showcased at Louisville festival.
Actor and Kentucky Native Discusses Latest Role
Josh Hopkins talks with Renee Shaw about the western movie “Rust.”
Student Filmmakers Showcasing Their Work at WKU
This marks 30 year of the White Squirrel Film Festival.
William Shatner Documentary
KET speaks with the Hollywood legend about his new documentary.
No Sundance In KY
The Sundance Film Festival won’t be in Louisville in 2027.
Lexington student awarded with C-SPAN prize
A Lexington student is being recognized for her documentary.
New “Kentucky Show”
Reimagined “Kentucky Show” at the Frazier History Museum.
A Flintlock Expert and Knifemaker Living in Paris, Kentucky
Steve Auvenshine is bringing an “edge” to Hollywood in this week’s arts and culture …
New State-of-the-Art Film and TV Studio Opens in Kentucky
New film and production studio could help turn the Bluegrass into the new Tinsletown.
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