Filson Historical Society, The
The Filson's exhibits share the stories of the Ohio River Valley using photographs, manuscripts, books and artifacts from the Filson's extensive collections spanning more than 230 years. Self browse our exhibits weekdays 9 am to 4:30 pm. Digital exhibits can be accessed on our Omeka website here: https://filsonhistorical.omeka.net/exhibits Our permanent exhibition: "People Passage Place: Stories of the Ohio Valley" uses the Filson's vast collections to share stories that shape the social and cultural fabric of the Ohio Valley. This exhibit has been separated into three thematic sections to explore multifaceted perspectives on our region: "Land Labor Water," "People Family Community," and "Culture Creativity Craft." The materials on display have been selected to expand preconceptions and encourage conversations. Items will be rotated periodically to feature fresh Ohio Valley stories. We also have rotating exhibitions! Visit us to explore!
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Meeting Spaces
Caperton Hall
- Area: 1,722
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 190 | 0 sq ft |
| Theater | 220 | 0 sq ft |
| Banquet | 112 | 0 sq ft |
| Class Room | 80 | 0 sq ft |
| AmphiTheater | 1 | 0 sq ft |
Carriage House First Floor
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 125 | 0 sq ft |
| Theater | 185 | 0 sq ft |
| Banquet | 32 | 0 sq ft |
Ferguson Mansion First Floor
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Banquet | 32 | 0 sq ft |
| Class Room | 36 | 0 sq ft |
| Reception | 75 | 0 sq ft |
| Theater | 185 | 0 sq ft |
Parlor
- Area: 425
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 360 | 0 sq ft |
| Theater | 220 | 0 sq ft |
| Banquet | 36 | 0 sq ft |
| Class Room | 36 | 0 sq ft |
The Dan and Frances Street Hall
- Area: 2,025
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 170 | 0 sq ft |
| Banquet | 80 | 0 sq ft |
| Class Room | 36 | 0 sq ft |
| Theater | 185 | 0 sq ft |
The Owsley Brown II History Center Event Wing
| Configuration | Occupancy | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 360 | 0 sq ft |
| Theater | 220 | 0 sq ft |
| Class Room | 24 | 0 sq ft |
| AmphiTheater | 1 | 0 sq ft |
| Banquet | 192 | 0 sq ft |
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