Ken Clay has spent his life promoting minorities in the arts community in Louisville. As the vice president of programming at the Kentucky Center for the Arts for 21 years, he paved the way to make the arts accessible to all communities. His legacy endures in many programs that continue to this day. At 86 years old, Clay will be honored with a lifetime achievement award from the Filson Historical Society and a “Hometown Heroes” banner. A 2025 KET production.

Inside Louisville
KET Sunday, June 15 • Noon/11 am
KET2 Monday, June 18 • 7/6
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