2026 PHPG African American History Tour-Paducah
About this Event
PHPG African American History Tour-Paducah
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
During this time of Paducah’s 8th of August Emancipation Proclamation Celebration (https://ket.org/program/kentucky-life/eighth-of-august-34260/) PHPG is hosting the PHPG African American History Tour - Paducah in collaboration with Hotel Metropolitan as a cross-county (1.5 hrs) tour. The ticket covers the cost of the tour. During the tour you will see 20+ sites that are considered significant to the African American Community of Paducah. Several of the sites already have have historical markers or monuments the remaining locations have been listed by PHPG to research, document, and apply for historical markers, monuments, grants for restoration and education. PHPG wants to document and educate others on the African American culture and history in the Jackson Purchase Area.
What to expect:
- Visitors from Paducah’s Past
- Home of Mr. Oscar Cross
- Oldest African American Churches
- Stuart Nelson Park
In addition PHPG is recommending:
August 7- 10:00am LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL - Historical Marker Dedication https://www.facebook.com/share/1E79qY3A6h/
August 7- 11:30 am - HOTEL METROPOLITAN Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser (Enjoy lunch at Paducah's Historic Green Book Location https://www.facebook.com/share/1EtLMXaRh5/
July 24 -December 31, 2026- William Clark Market House Museum (Wed. - Sat.) noon - 3 pm Exhibit of the Life and Art of Helen LaFrance a private collection curated by Paducah Historical Preservation Group, Inc. Donations $8 adults/$3 Children https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DN8jZmkpx/
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Contact Email: [email protected]
Mission Statement
The Paducah Historical Preservation Group (PHPG) provides leadership, advocacy and education to ensure the protection of African American’s diverse cultural heritage, historical sites , and artifacts throughout the Jackson Purchase Area. (Ballard, Calloway, Carlisle, Fulton, Graves, Hickman, Marshall, McCracken)
Agenda
🕑: 12:45 PM - 03:30 PM
TOUR AGENDA
Host: RHONDA McCORRY-SMITH
Info: BUS WILL ARRIVE AT 12:45 PM ; WE WILL LOAD FROM 12:45 - 12:55 ; WE WILL BEGIN TOUR PROMPTLY AT 1:00 PM - ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE HOTEL METROPOLITAN
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 23.18
