The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) is excited to offer a five-day, content-rich professional learning opportunity to Kentucky social studies teachers called the Teaching Kentucky History Institute.

KHS will welcome teachers to the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History in Frankfort, where they will participate in three days of discussion focused on the early history of Kentucky led by top scholars. We will explore topics related to indigenous populations, European settlement, and the role of Kentucky in the American Revolution.

All pre-reading materials will be provided in addition to resources and lessons to use in the classroom. The final two days of the institute will take place on the road, visiting sites of related historical significance. Accommodations will be at a Kentucky state park. Selected participants will be responsible for their own transportation to and from Frankfort and a few meals. All other costs associated with the Teaching Kentucky History Institute will be provided by KHS. 

Teachers selected to participate in the Teaching Kentucky History Institute will be notified by Feb. 14, 2025. All application materials MUST be received by Dec. 15 to be considered. This includes one letter of recommendation from a current supervisor or colleague.

If submitted by email, the letter should be addressed to Sarah McIntosh with “TKHI RECOMMENDATION” in the subject line. Letters may also be sent to: KHS c/o Sarah McIntosh, 100 W Broadway St., Frankfort, KY 40601. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Completing the Teaching Kentucky History Institute application indicates that you intend to participate fully in the Teaching Kentucky History Institute July 7-11, 2025, if selected. This includes, but is not limited to, completing the pre-institute readings, engaging fully in all sessions and activities, and being present for the entirety of the scheduled program. 

The selection committee will use the following criteria to determine participants for the 2025 program: demonstrated commitment to social studies instruction, a plan to share your learning with colleagues, geographic distribution from across Kentucky to ensure state-wide inclusion, and agreement to fully participate in all five days of programming.