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Joyland Amusement Park (2019)

Mariam and Denise discuss the history of the Joyland Amusement Park (1923-1963).

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The Murder of Marion Miley, Part 2 (2019)

Mariam interviews Wayne Johnson about the murder of golfing great Marion Miley in Lexington, KY in 1941. This is part two of a two part series.

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The Murder of Marion Miley, Part 1 (2019)

Mariam interviews Wayne Johnson about the murder of golfing great Marion Miley in Lexington, KY in 1941. They discuss Marion Miley’s life, and the events leading up to her death. This is part one of a two part series.

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Railroad Track Removal from Downtown Lexington. (2018)

Mariam and Wayne discuss the 1968 removal of the railroad tracks from Downtown Lexington in time for the 50th

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Do you need to learn new software, technology, creative or business skills to achieve your professional or personal goals? LinkedIn Learning gives you unlimited access to a vast library of high quality video tutorials taught by recognized industry experts. You can work at your own pace with provided exercise files. Available on your personal computer or mobile device. (Note: To log into the mobile app, enter lex for your Library ID. You will be prompted to enter your library card number and PIN.)

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Lexington Ghost Stories (2018)

Jonathan Coleman guest hosts this episode, and tells his favorite ghost stories from his popular Lexington History Walks. Dr. Coleman conducts Lexington History Walks year-round, which can be booked on his website: www.drcolemanwalks.com

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The Notable Kentucky African Americans Database (2018)

Mariam interviews Reinette Jones, founder of the Notable Kentucky African Americans database. They discuss Kentucky’s Centenarian Librarians, the boxer David Moore, and the prison shoe-making industry. Visit the NKAA at http://nkaa.uky.edu/nkaa/

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The Cherokee and the Newsman (2018)

Mariam interviews Terry Foody, author of The Cherokee and the Newsman: Kinsmen in Words. They discuss Ms. Foody’s inspiration to write about the two men, their family lives, and how their words contributed to their communities.

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The Murder of Betty Gail Brown, part 2 (2018)

Mariam interviews Wayne Johnson, librarian and local historian about the murder of Transylvania University student Betty Gail Brown in October 1961. In the last episode, they discuss the court case and other theories of the crime.

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The Murder of Betty Gail Brown, part 1 (2018)

Mariam interviews Wayne Johnson, librarian and local historian about the murder of Transylvania University student Betty Gail Brown in October 1961. In the first episode, Wayne and Mariam discuss the events leading up to the crime.

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Belle Brezing (2018)

Mariam interviews Doug Tattershall, author of Belle Brezing: American Magdalene, about his book. They discuss Belle Brezing’s early life, her years as the nationally known brothel owner, and the generally unknown final years of her life in seclusion.

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Mary Todd Lincoln (2018)

Mariam interviews Dr. Jonathan Coleman, head curator of the Mary Todd Lincoln House, about her life in Lexington, the White House, and after the assassination. They also discuss the collections and events at the Mary Todd Lincoln House museum.

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Audubon vs. Rafinesque (2018)

Mariam and Erin tell the story of Constantine Samuel Rafinesque’s visit with naturalist John James Audubon, and how the resulting prank by Audubon on Rafinesque wasn’t fully discovered for nearly 150 years.

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Kentucky on Ice (2025)

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Tates Creek Branch - Rotunda Gallery

Located in the Tates Creek Branch rotunda.

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The Warehouse Block with Chad Walker and Erica Friis (2025)

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250Lex: Lexington Sports Retrospective with Wayne Johnson (2025)

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Vendor Application

Submit an application to participate as a vendor at the 2026 Kentucky History and Genealogy Conference.

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Call for Presenters

Apply to be a presenter at the 2026 Kentucky History and Genealogy Conference.

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The Kentucky Room Digital Archive with Sarah Hubbard (2026)

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Yajaira West

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Yajaira Aich West is a Vice President at PNC Bank and serves as the Director of Client and Community Relations for central, eastern and southeast Kentucky.

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