2023 HISTORICAL BALL
September 23, 7-10PM: The Shelby County Historical Society will host a historical ball to celebrate the placement of the Lafayette trail marker. The ball will feature authentic dances from the period along with live musicians performing music of the day.
1825 Silk Ball Gown Showing
September 23, Noon-5PM: The Kentucky Historical Society is exhibiting silk gown worn at the 1825 ball held for Lafayette in Shelbyville. The exhibit will be at the Shelby County Historical Society.
Lafayette Trail Marker Dedication Ceremony
September 23, 1-2PM: Dedication ceremony at the Shelby County Historical Society featuring Julien Icher of The Lafayette Trail Inc. and Follow the Frenchman on YouTube.
Walking tours of downtown Shelbyville recognizing building constructed in 1825
September 23, 2:30-3:30PM: Walking tours in downtown Shelbyville recognizing building constructed in 1825 or prior. Led by Trace Kirkwood; starts at the Shelby County Historical Society.
