The Oldham County History Center has 2 of only 9 Underground Railroad designations in Kentucky – one being for their extensive archives. These sites are the Henry Bibb Escapes/Gatewood Plantation and the J. C. Barnett Library and Archives of the Oldham County Historical Society.
We have many visitors from all over the United States and different countries that visit our Cemeteries and Archives to research their ancestors. The Oldham County History Center’s collections contain some very extensive family files that include personal stories, genealogical information, copies of deeds and wills, scrapbooks and diaries.
Our staff and volunteers are constantly growing our archives of research collections.
We have an extensive library of genealogy records, including hundreds of years of court records, cemetery research and collections.
Learn more about the different events and ongoing tours that help to teach our community about the past.
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We are always looking for talented and inquisitive people to join our volunteer research staff. Every day is different, whether you're scanning in found articles or archiving historical documents. We'd love your help!