FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 16, 2026) – Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is excited to announce that it is now offering free school field trips to its campus in 2026 in celebration of America 250.

This generous opportunity is made possible through the Elizabeth Lloyd “Libby” Jones Student Scholarship Fund, established by the former First Lady of Kentucky. The fund provides annual support for educational trips to KHS for students and teachers across the commonwealth and is dedicated to enhancing students’ understanding of Kentucky’s rich history by providing KHS resources and experiences. By removing a cost barrier, KHS aims to ensure that all students can explore the fascinating history of our state and country.

“As we approach America’s 250th anniversary, and with the loss of access to our state capitol, it is more important than ever that students have meaningful opportunities to connect with the history of their communities, their state and the nation,” said Scott Alvey, KHS executive director. “Thanks to the Elizabeth Lloyd ‘Libby’ Jones Student Scholarship Fund, we can welcome more students from across Kentucky to experience history firsthand.” Interested teachers are encouraged to contact KHS to learn more about the offerings and schedule visits.

KHS is dedicated to preserving, interpreting and sharing the state’s rich history. Through educational programs, exhibits and resources, KHS inspires current and future generations to appreciate and understand Kentucky’s role in shaping the nation. For more information on the Elizabeth Lloyd “Libby” Jones Student Scholarship Fund and to schedule school visits, please visit history.ky.gov.

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The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) campus has three sites in historic downtown Frankfort: the Old State Capitol; the Kentucky Military History Museum; and the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History, which serves as KHS headquarters and includes a signature museum, library & research center, object & archival collections, museum store, and more. KHS is an agency within Kentucky’s Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, a Smithsonian Affiliate, and holds full accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums.