2013 Calendar of Events*
Open April-Oct., Mon.
Tours are also available by appointment throughout the year.
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April 1 (Mon.) SEASON BEGINS—See above schedule for operating hours. Tours are also available by appointment.
April 8 (Mon.) JACK JOUETT HOUSE HISTORY BOOK CLUB—Join us to talk about this month’s selection, Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. New members and guests are always welcome! Time:
May 11 (Sat.) BRICKS AND STONES: The History and Architecture of the Jack Jouett House—Celebrate Historic Preservation Month with us as we present a short program about the many residents of our historic buildings, followed by an architectural tour highlighting the restoration of the home to its original appearance. Time:
May 25 (Sat.) 35th ANNUAL HORSEY 100 BICYCLE RIDE: Bicycle Ride/Rest Stop—Registration information available at www.bgcycling.org. Presented in partnership with the
June 2 (Sun.) JACK JOUETT PATRIOT DAY: Heroes Who Serve—As we celebrate the 232nd anniversary of Jack Jouett’s Ride to save American Independence, we remember the World War II and Korean War sacrifices of Woodford County resident Bill Harris, as described in Laura Hillenbrand’s blockbuster book Unbroken (a Jack Jouett House History Book Club selection). This memoir will be presented by his daughter Katherine Meares, and will include photographs and artifacts from her collection. Time:
June 10 (Mon.) JACK JOUETT HOUSE HISTORY BOOK CLUB—This month’s selection is 1776 by David McCullough. Enjoy our informal discussion about this pivotal year in our nation’s history. Time:
July 27 (Sat.) REVOLUTIONARY
Aug. 12 (Mon.) JACK JOUETT HOUSE HISTORY BOOK CLUB—Join us to discuss another interesting book which has yet to be selected. We welcome new members and guests! Time:
Aug. 18 (Sun.)
Sept. 21 (Sat.)
Oct. TBA (Thurs. + Fri.) FRONTIER DAYS—(Note: This is a closed event, open to
Oct. 14 (Mon.) JACK JOUETT HOUSE HISTORY BOOK CLUB—Join us to discuss another interesting book which has yet to be selected. We welcome new members and guests! Time:
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Oct. 31 (Thurs.) SEASON ENDS— Our regular tour season ends in October, but tours by appointment are available November-March. Call the Jouett House to schedule a visit!
Dec. 9 (Mon.) JACK JOUETT HOUSE HISTORY BOOK CLUB—Join us to discuss another interesting book which has yet to be selected. We welcome new members and guests! Time:
Dec. TBA (Sat.) A FRONTIER HOLIDAY: Christmas 1800 at the Jack Jouett House—Share a festive celebration with the Jouett family. Learn about holiday traditions, decorations, foods, and music of the
*All details subject to change. Please call ahead or visit website for updates. All events sponsored by the
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