KFW Features Maggie Steed for Women’s History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, KFW is featuring Maggie Steed, a Paducah business woman whose hotel hosted many famous African Americans and now stands as a historic site. We…
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An Interview with Betty Dobson/ Hotel Metropolitan
Can you tell me briefly about your project? What did you do? The name of my project is Miss Maggie’s Memories. This project draws on the story of Maggie Steed,…
KFW Interviews Artist Estella Conwill Májozo
KFW is profiling Estella Conwill Májozo for Black History Month in honor of her dedication to social justice and extensive efforts to highlight the achievements and struggles of African Americans and spark…
SRP Artists Present at Art Sanctuary Gallery Opening
KFW Presents “Strength in Three” On Friday, February 2nd artists from the 2016 Summer Residency Program showcased the completed work of the projects started during their stay at the Hopscotch…
The Legacy Continues
The following guest blog is from Ellen Birkett Morris, a Louisville-based writer. The Legacy Continues On Sunday, September 24 Kentucky Foundation for Women community members gathered at Hopscotch House as Judi Jennings,…
Wonder Woman and Feminism
The following guest blog is from Rebecca Amsler. During our annual board retreat a few months back each of us were asked to contribute to KFW’s blog. My assigned month…
In the Beginning
The following guest blog is from Shayla D. Johnson, a Lexington-based artist and member of the KFW Board. In the Beginning “In the beginning God created……..” (Genesis 1:1a) I love that God’s…
Scatter Me Some Seeds
The following guest blog is from KFW Board member Lee Alcott. Scatter Me Some Seeds Stories fill my head as I begin to write this blog…which direction to take? Should I focus…
Spotlight on Sara Martin: Blues Pioneer
The following guest blog is from Ellen Birkett Morris, a Louisville-based writer. Spotlight on Sara Martin: Blues Pioneer Kentucky has a rich musical heritage that continues to this day, but few are…
Artist Rejuvenation in Paducah
The following guest blog is from KFW Board member Jacquelyn Carruthers—a nurse and artist living in Paducah, KY. Below she shares her story of a mural project in her community. Artistic Rejuvenation in Paducah…