A Flock of Eastern Flamingos or Florida Woodpeckers
Date and Time:
March 18, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Events Location:
Shelby County Historical Society, 627 Main Street, Shelbyville, Kentucky, 40066, United States
About The Events
This is the first of the 2026 With Liberty & Justice For All speaker series programs presented by the Shelby County Historical Society. This program is held in conjunction with our latest exhibit, “250 Years of Clothing in Shelby County, Kentucky” and will be presented by Steve Abolt. Guests will learn how the evolution of the American uniform mirrored a country’s definition of itself from 1806 – 1850.
Steve is a man of many talents. A retired commanding officer of the 7th US Infantry Living History Association, he has created, managed, and produced historical events throughout the United States for over 30 years. His clients include not only private venues, but also the National Park Service. In March 2017 he organized and managed the 250th birthday anniversary of Andrew Jackson at the Hermitage in Nashville, TN. In 2011 he organized and commanded the Bicentennial Commemoration of the Battle of Tippecanoe for the Tippecanoe County Historical Society. Steve, along with his 7th INF staff, organized and produced the largest event of the War of 1812 Bicentennial in 2015.
Recognized as an expert in U.S. military uniforming of the early republic period, Steve has been replicating historical clothing for over 40 years. He operates Allegheny Arsenal and manufactures exacting replicas of American military and civilian uniforms and attire. His area of expertise is from 1810 – 1860. Steve has numerous museum exhibits throughout the United States to his credit, and the Shelby County Historical Society can now count ourselves as one of them!
The With Liberty & Justice For All speaker series was created by the Shelby County Historical Society and the Countdown to USA 250! Committee. The SAR (Sons of the American Revolution, Gov. Isaac Shelby Chapter), DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution, Isaac Shelby Chapter), and the Painted Stone Settlers, Inc. are partnering with the Shelby County Historical Society to present this series of four programs. Programs held at various locations. These 250th programs were made possible by a generous anonymous donor.
TWO LOCATIONS: Please join us for a Meet & Greet from 5 – 6 pm at the Shelby County Historical Society Museum (627 Main St.) where you will be able to meet Steve and view the military uniforms he has lent the Historical Society for this exhibit. Light refreshments served. The main program will take place across the street at the historic Mulberry Building (701 Main St.) from 6:30 – 8 pm.
Celebrating 250 Years of History in Shelby County, Kentucky!