Behringer-Crawford set to honor 75 years on July 12 with a family-friendly event, featuring music, animals, and various entertainment.
The Behringer-Crawford Museum in Covington is set to host a special event on Saturday, July 12, from 4-6 p.m., marking the museum's 75th anniversary. This family-friendly celebration will be a fantastic opportunity to experience a variety of activities, entertainment, and hands-on experiences.
The event will feature games and activities suitable for all ages, including a Hillview Farm Animal Experience that allows visitors to get up close with various animals. There will also be music and animal-related activities, contributing to the community spirit of the celebration.
One of the highlights of the celebration is a live raptor encounter with "Kentucky" the Owl. Additionally, a streetcar named "Kentucky" from the BCM collection will be displayed outside the museum. For the younger visitors, an interactive vocal experience called the May Festival MiNiS is available, catering to children of all abilities.
Laurie Risch, BCM's Executive Director, stated that the event is a gift to the community, aiming to foster community spirit and engagement. In addition to the party, the museum is hosting an exhibit showcasing its impact on art, culture, and community.
After the party, there will be a Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's "Williams' Wondrous World" concert at the Devou Park Band Shell, featuring music from movies such as Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, and more.
Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits for free during the Bash, making it an ideal opportunity to delve into Northern Kentucky's history and culture. Various community partners, including the Kenton County Public Library, Friends of Big Bone, Devou Park Trails, Devou Park Golf Course, Read Ready Covington, and the U.S. Playing Card Company, will offer free activities for the whole family.
For more information about the event, please visit www.bcmuseum.org or email [email protected]. This celebration is a testament to the 75 years BCM has spent preserving, celebrating, and sharing Northern Kentucky's story, and it promises to be an unforgettable event for all who attend.
- The Behringer-Crawford Museum's 75th anniversary celebration in Covington will feature a variety of activities, including a Hillview Farm Animal Experience, live raptor encounters, an interactive vocal experience for children, and a display of the Kentucky streetcar.
- Northern Kentucky residents and visitors alike are invited to explore the museum's exhibits for free during the celebration, and can also participate in free activities offered by community partners such as the Kenton County Public Library and Devou Park Trails.
- In addition to the party, the museum will also host an exhibit showcasing its impact on art, culture, and the community, and Laurie Risch, BCM's Executive Director, stated that the event is a gift to the community, aiming to foster community spirit and engagement.
- After the museum celebration, there will be a Kentucky Symphony Orchestra concert at the Devou Park Band Shell featuring music from popular movies like Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Jurassic Park.
