Bourbon County Historical Preservation Association

President's Message
Have you ever considered the impact of history and the people who interpret the subject? Have you been to Valley Forge, Gettysburg, St. Louis, Grand Canyon, Stonehenge, Rome, or Boston? People go to these places to see the "original,” rather than a "picture of” or a replica. Your HPA's objective is to preserve and support these ideals whenever possible in Bourbon County. We have worked and will continue to work to preserve the original when and where possible. Our efforts are reflected in the programs we present at the Congregational Church and other programs we support for the good of Bourbon County.

This effort takes time, people, and money. Our membership year now matches the calendar year: January to January. Please check one of the sealing tabs on this letter and your checkbook register to see if your dues are current. If your 2011 dues are unpaid, please return the form on the back of this newsletter with your dues. You will be helping us preserve our history for future generations, so they can enjoy the "real thing." The original is always more exciting than a photograph or replica.

On the subject of needing people, the HPA Board is looking for two people to act as Membership Co-Chairs. Membership dues, along with the rent paid for use of the Old Congregational Church, proceeds from the annual Homes for the Holidays, and sale of our cards, books, and photographs, provide the funding for maintenance of the Church and the Depot, grants to busin