On June 6, Keeneland Library received the Thomas D. Clark Award of Excellence from the Kentucky Historical Society to recognize outstanding achievement in preserving, sharing and promoting Kentucky's rich heritage. The Clark award presentation kicked off Kentucky History Day–a celebration of the state's role in America's story on the eve of the nation's 250th anniversary.
The award, which is granted to one standout Kentucky entity each year, is significant in the world of history, research, education and cultural heritage stewardship.
An agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, the Kentucky Historical Society is an affiliate of the Smithsonian, has full accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums and is a founding member of the History Relevance Campaign.
“This award is a tremendous honor,” Library Director Roda Ferraro said, “and affirmation of an impactful year of record-setting excellence across Keeneland Library's research services and education and outreach initiatives, which–in collaboration with 70 community organizations and 62 horse industry organizations–freely reached nearly 200,000 industry stakeholders, researchers, members of the media and community learners from every state and 39 countries.”
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