Library associate, circulation former employee erlanger, ky october 7, 2016 on a typical day, we checked hundreds of items in to include, dvds, cds, audio books, adult and childrens books. Kenton county public library login kenton county public. Kenton county is a county located in the northern part of the commonwealth of kentucky. Kcpls photograph database wednesday, november 15, 67 pm friday, november 17, 12 pm learn how to search, and view kcpl. It wasnt something shed thought about for a while, but after a friend saw that photo in the faces and places database on the kenton county ky public librarys website about a year ago, she forwarded it to meyer and the memories flooded back. Covington historic homes tours with the kenton county public librarys local history and genealogy d. Faces and places of kenton county my name is cierra and i work in the local history and genealogy department at the kenton county public library. One of 109 carnegie libraries in ohio, it was designed in 1905 by the architectural firm of richards, mccarty and bulford. The original 1834 covington city directory is also available in book form. The librarys online historic photo album, faces and places, recently added the 100. Faces and places northern kentucky photographic archives. Northern kentucky genealogy and local history databases from the kenton county public library genky northern kentucky local history databases. Jan 03, 2017 if a picture is worth 1,000 words, then the kenton county public library has 100 million stories to share. A typical entry templates a name, occupation, and a house address.
Kenton county public library has largest online photo collection in. Kenton county is served by a county library with branches in covington, erlanger, and independence. Borrow lean on me by national bestselling author, pat simmons, to join the u. More than 100,000 kentucky historical photos available. The erlanger branch has grown to be the busiest branch library in the state of kentucky. Jun 5, 2015 crafts, books, music, movies and activities for summer fun see more ideas about summer fun, books and activities. Top history resources to check out at home faces and places. The library of congress the covington journal jan 12, 1849 sep 9, 1876 source. Ludlow lagoon history kenton county public library faces and places duration.
Established in 1904, kenton county public library offers books and online databases on a variety of subjects. The kenton county public librarys online historic photo album, faces and places, just added the 100,000th photo to its database. If a picture is worth 1,000 words, then the kenton county public library has 100 million stories to share. Kcpl, erlanger is the busiest library in the state of ky, and an enjoyable place to work and serve the public. Kenton county public library photographic archives. Jun 11, 2014 faces and places image kenton county public library. In 2008, kenton county public library received the highest score of any kentucky library ranked by hennens american public library ratings. Wadsworth watch case company, di40427, from faces and places. May 08, 2016 it wasnt something shed thought about for a while, but after a friend saw that photo in the faces and places database on the kenton county ky public librarys website about a year ago, she forwarded it to meyer and the memories flooded back. Free public records directory northern kentucky genealogy databases kenton county public library. Northern kentucky photographic archive a faces and places archive of northern kentucky photographs maintained by the kenton county public library. If that doesnt work, there may be a network issue, and you can use our self test page to see whats preventing the page from loading. Rolfes has used faces and places for his images of america books.
I assist patrons with finding answers about their ancestors and researching our vibrant history of northern kentucky. The kenton county public library offers over 300 events, programs and classes. City directories were the telephone books of their day. Thousands of photographs from the librarys inland rivers photographs collection are now online. Discover, explore, experience a lifetime of learning. If thats true, then the kenton county public library has 100.
Share your memories and knowledge of the inland riverboats by contributing to our wiki. The library offers more than 100 free programs per. Schlarman is having an anniversary booklet made that will include pictures and the history of the club. Northern kentucky photographic archives are the property of the kenton county public library kcpl, which retains all right thereto. Find all the maps at the kenton county public library web pageunder the genealogy ky history sectionsanborns.
Kenton county public library is a library journal star rated library. It provides books on fiction, history, horror, mystery, romance, suspense and fantasy, as well more. Kcpl serves all kenton county cardholders with its large collection of materials, wide variety of programs and events for all. An aerial shot of highland country club, provided by kenton county public library faces and places.
An attempt to start a library in kenton began in 1853, but over thirty years passed before one was actually begun. A copy of the microfilm is located in the local history and genealogy department at the covington library. Northern kentucky photographic archives, kenton county public library carricofort thomas branch where youve been. The photo, from the former kentucky post, is dated march 14. Kenton county public librarys genealogy resources the major center of northern kentucky historical and genealogical sources. This collection contains a name and page number index to naturalization books from the covington courthouse in kenton county, kentucky. It provides books on fiction, history, horror, mystery, romance, suspense and fantasy, as. This offer is good to those with a valid kenton county public library card while supplies last. Borrow lean on me to join the united states book club, together we read, running february 19 march 4. Kenton county public library april 2020 calendar by kenton. Location call number copy notes barcode shelving location status due date. Kenton county library crestview hills, ky official website.
Pick up a book log or visit src to log the books you have read. Thousands of photographs from the library s inland rivers photographs collection are now online. The kenton public library is a historic building in downtown kenton, ohio, united states. Usually coinciding with the start of school, the crawfords of morning view would hit j. Covington historic homes tours with the kenton county public library s local history and genealogy d. You can search the faces and places photographs and leave comments. I bet you didnt know the library provides books and other materials to over 450 homebound residents of kenton county. A city directory, think phone book before the telephone, is a wonderful resource for.
See current career opportunities that are available at kenton county public library. A selection of his books will be available for sale and signing. More than 100,000 kentucky historical photos available online. You can search nky historical records online or see more physical items at kenton county public librarys main library in downtown covington. The september 5th event is still in the planning stages, but will. This collection contains a name and page number index to naturalization books from. Sometimes, widows or women who ownedoperated a business also are listed. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. Faces and places image kenton county public library. Northern kentucky photographic archives are the property of the kenton county public library, which retains all right thereto. Available now kenton county public library overdrive.
Enjoy a universe of stories at all three locations. The history of us, in 100,000 photos i love libraries. Copyright 20062020 georgia public library service, and others. Highland country club celebrates 100 years fort thomas. In the next few years, we hope to join the top libraries in the country in the upper echelon of those rating systems the first library in kentucky to do so. You can book a librarian for children in grades k5 at the covington branch most. The most empowering story line of a family tied together by the power of unconditional love. Kenton county library offering something for people of all ages, the erlanger branch of the kenton county public library is the closest public library to crestview hills. Faces and places of kenton county kenton county public library. Listen to mirsada kadiric talk about her book and life. Faces and places of kenton county kenton county public.
Genky new additions kenton county public library library catalog about us programs. Northern kentucky genealogy and local history databases from the kenton county public library. Kenton county public library in covington kenton county. Nov, 2012 faces and places of kenton county my name is cierra and i work in the local history and genealogy department at the kenton county public library. In the next few years, we hope to join the top libraries in the country in the upper echelon of those rating systems the first library in. The kenton county public library offers events and activities at all of. The kenton county public library kcpl is and has been the highest. Learn more about possible network issues or contact support for more help. Over 100,000 kentucky historical photos available online they say a photo is worth a 1,000 words. Kick off the kenton county public librarys summer reading celebration on saturday, june 1. Junior order united american mechanics membership books. Highland country club celebrates 100 years fort thomas, kentucky. As of the 2010 census, the population was 159,720, making it the third most populous county in kentucky behind jefferson county and fayette county. History of the kenton county public library in kentucky with photographs slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising.
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