Upcoming Activities
 

 
Register online
 
 
or contact the Genealogy and Local History Staff
270-826-3712 ext. 214
 

 
 
Lunch Bunch
 
Friday, August 1, 2025
12 pm
Pittsburg Tank and Tower Event Suites B and C
 
What is Genealogy Lunch Bunch?  It is a round-table discussion time for genealogists who like to share ideas and discoveries, discuss research problems, and enjoy being with people who share the same interest in genealogy.  Feel free to bring your lunch or just yourself and join us as we learn more about this interesting subject.
 

 
The U.S. Constitution
 
Session 1:
Overview of the Constitution, Article I, and the Bill of Rights
 
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
6 pm
Pittsburg Tank and Tower Event Suites B and C
 
Retired Henderson Community College History Professor Lorie Maltby presents a three part series on one of our nation's essential documents, the United States Constitution.  Although a series, you can attend one or more of the session as you like.
 
 
 
Coffee With A Vet
 
Monday, August 11, 2025
10 am
Pittsburg Tank and Tower Event Suites
 
 
Coffee With A Vet is a round-table discussion led by a Veterans Benefit Field Representative for the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs.  Each month, the Field Representative will be answering veterans' questions and sharing information to support veterans and their families.
 
 
 
The U.S. Constitution

Session 2:
Article II and Related Amendments

Tuesday, August 12, 2025
6 pm
Pittsburg Tank and Tower Event Suites B and C
 
Retired Henderson Community College History Professor Lorie Maltby presents a three part series on one of our nation's essential documents, the United States Constitution.  Although a series, you can attend one or more of the session as you like.
 
 
 
The U.S. Constitution
 
Session 3:
Articles III through VII
 
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
6 pm
Pittsburg Tank and Tower Event Suites B and C
 
Retired Henderson Community College History Professor Lorie Maltby presents a three part series on one of our nation's essential documents, the United States Constitution.  Although a series, you can attend one or more of the session as you like.
 
 
 
Genealogy Roundtable

Monday, August 25, 2025
6 pm
Pittsburg Tank and Tower Event Suite A

What is Genealogy Roundtable?  It is a round-table discussion time for genealogists who like to share ideas and discoveries, discuss research problems, and enjoy being with people who share the same interest in genealogy.  Feel free to bring your dinner or just yourself and join us as we learn more about this interesting subject.
 

 
Honor Flight Opportunities
 

 
 


 
 
Volunteer for the Honor Flights of Southern Indiana
 
The Honor Flight of Southern Indiana is looking for individuals who want to volunteer.  Whether you have a little or lots of time available…you can make a difference!  Sign up today as we will start planning our fall EVV19 Honor Flight in August.  Click this link:  https://honorflightsi.org/volunteer-application/.
 

 
SAVE THE DATE
 

 
 
Genealogy Quest
 (formerly Moonlight Madness)
 
Thursday-Saturday
September 11-13, 2025
  
Willard Library
21 N First Avenue
Evansville, IN  47711
 

 
NEW PODCAST
 

 
Kentucky Wide podcast graphic.  Credit: Frazier History Museum.
 
Frazier History Museum started a new podcast entitled Kentucky Wide.  The Kentucky Wide podcast is found wherever you find your podcasts:
Apple, Spotify, Amazon/Audible, and iHeart.
 
Episodes during the summer months will be released every two weeks.  Be sure to check it out!
 

 
Current Local History Exhibit
 

 
 
"Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the End of the Vietnam War" is our newest exhibit as we continue HCPL's Resilient Voices series.
 
Located in the original Carnegie Library, patrons will view military uniforms and equipment used by our local Vietnam era veterans. Explore the history of the war, examine a replica Tiger Cage that housed prisoners of the Viet Cong, and reflect on those from Henderson County who gave their all.
 

 
Meet Your Genealogy and Local History Staff
 

 
 
 
Glenn Riggs
   
 
 
Kristy Vanderpool

 
 
Donna Spencer
 
 
Josh Hicks
 
 
 

Library Hours

 
Monday-Thursday
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
 
Friday - Saturday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
 
Sunday
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm 
 

 
The Henderson County Public Library will connect the entire community with resources, services, and ideas!
 

Henderson County Public Library
101 S Main St., Henderson, Kentucky 42420
270-826-3712

https://www.hcpl.org/