Behringer-Crawford Museum

11/01/2024

🚂 A huge shout-out to our incredible train volunteers who have been working tirelessly to get the Holiday Toy Trains ready for the grand opening of Holly Jolly Days on Nov. 16!

The Holiday Toy Trains have been a cherished BCM exhibit for 33 years. Over the years, dedicated volunteers have expanded the exhibit section by section. These individuals spend six or more weeks each fall ensuring that this beloved tradition delights visitors year after year.

THANK YOU to all of our volunteers for your hard work, dedication and passion for bringing holiday joy to our community!

10/31/2024

🎃 Happy Halloween from NaturePlay@BCM! 🎃

BCM Curator of Collections, Jason M French, has gone full lumberjack mode this Halloween! 🪓🌲 He’s been spotted attempting to chop down trees in the museum's play area… but it turns out he's not alone! 👀 Just when he thought it was a routine day in Devou Park, he came face-to-face with our mysterious friend, Bigfoot!

Even the bravest lumberjacks can get a little spooked!

Have a safe and spooky Halloween from all of us at Behringer-Crawford Museum! 🕸️

10/30/2024

🇺🇸 Saluting Our Heroes! 🇺🇸

Honor our veterans and military heroes on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, at 2 p.m. as we gather at Highland Cemetery in Fort Mitchell, KY, for a heartfelt Veterans Day Observance.

🎖️ Featuring guest speaker Amy McGrath, USMC Ret.—a former fighter pilot who served our country with distinction, this free event will honor veterans, active-duty personnel, reservists, and military families.

Location: Highland Cemetery, 2167 Dixie Hwy, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017
Sponsored by Highland Cemetery & Behringer-Crawford Museum

For more details, contact Kathleen Romero at (859) 331-2499 or at [email protected].

10/29/2024

The Magical World of Johnny's Toys - Discussion on the upcoming film by Cam Miller

10/29/2024

🐾🎉 Happy National Cat Day! Today, we’re celebrating our favorite feline at Behringer-Crawford Museum: the Cincinnati Bengals' iconic Who Dey! 🧡🐅

Did you know the Bengals’ mascot tradition began in the late 1960s? Their first tiger, “Benzoo,” was a live cub born at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, who roared on the sidelines in a circus wagon painted in Bengals colors. 🐯 The team switched to costumed mascots in 1972, and by the 1993-94 NFL season, Who Dey as we know him today finally joined the team. Over 30 years later, he’s more beloved—and stylish—than ever!

See Who Dey and other Cincinnati Bengals treasures in the "Road to the Bengals," on display now thru Feb. 9. 🧡🏈

https://www.bcmuseum.org/16-now-at-bcm/486-the-road-to-the-bengals

10/29/2024

🚀📖 Tonight’s NKY History Hour blasts off with a journey down memory lane to the aisles of Johnny's Toys! And here’s a sneak peek from the 1977 catalog, loaded with Star Trek treasures.

From communicator walkie-talkies, the iconic Mr. Spock Punching Bag, to utility belts and figurines, Johnny’s Toys had it all for young space explorers!

Join us tonight, Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom and Facebook Live as Cam Miller shares stories about the beloved Northern Kentucky toy store that filled so many childhoods with joy and imagination. NKY History Hour: The Magical World of Johnny's Toys - Discussion on the upcoming film by Cam Miller
Cam Miller Films

To register and participate in the free virtual presentation by Behringer-Crawford Museum, visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a2jgosPgQZ-MyVjjVYZiFA

Learn more: https://www.bcmuseum.org/11-activities/487-nky-history-hour-johnnys-toys

10/26/2024

✨ Flashback to 1977! This vintage Johnny's Toys catalog advertisement invites kids to “Be a ventriloquist…” with an amazing selection of life-like puppets and dolls available at Johnny's Toys.

Join filmmaker Cam Miller as he shares some of the heartwarming story behind this beloved toy store on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 6:30 p.m. in NKY History Hour: The Magical World of Johnny's Toys - Discussion on the upcoming film by Cam Miller.

Cam Miller Cam Miller Films

To register and participate in the free virtual presentation by Behringer-Crawford Museum, visit:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a2jgosPgQZ-MyVjjVYZiFA

10/25/2024

🌟 A huge thank you to the incredible team from Barnes Dennig for all their hard work on Outreach Day! 🌟

We’re so grateful for the energy and dedication you brought to Behringer-Crawford Museum. From sprucing up NaturePlay@BCM to tackling projects throughout the museum, you made a huge impact on our space and our mission. 🙌 THANK YOU!

10/25/2024

We had a SPOOK-tacular time at Chippie's Sensational Kids Club: National Spooky Art Day 👻🎃

10/25/2024

We had a very special guest visit BCM. Meet Cal from Calvert City Elementary School in Marshall County, KY.

Cal is an adventurous traveler, exploring Kentucky’s regional art and we are glad he made a stop at Behringer-Crawford Museum.

Thanks for visiting, Cal! We’re thrilled to be part of your Kentucky adventure.

10/25/2024

Familiar Faces by Mark Schlachter is a unique "fauxtodocumentary" project that unveils the hidden stories of a fictional community, Ersatz, Indiana's 93rd county, nestled somewhere between the imaginary realms of El Dorado and Brigadoon, Indiana. Join BCM Curator of Collections Jason M French as he chats with Schlachter about the extraordinary cast of characters who reside in this faux county. FotoFocus

Learn more:

https://www.bcmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/now-bcm

10/24/2024

✨ Get a glimpse of the quirky and imaginative world of Mark Schlachter’s "Familiar Faces" part of the FotoFocus Biennial, now on display at Behringer-Crawford Museum! ✨

📢🪧 Meet Latitia Ballcock. An heiress to a plumbing fortune, Latitia abandoned a conventional career to become a dedicated social activist. After stopping in Grindle, Indiana, she noticed a lack of awareness around civil rights issues and decided to stay, launching protests and boycotts. Initially acting alone, she eventually gathered a small group of locals, becoming a persistent voice for change. Now a fixture in the town, her protests are so routine that the local paper uses a stock photo to cover them.

Discover more of the intriguing backstory behind Latitia's photo and all of Schlachter’s eclectic characters at BCM, now through Nov. 17.

Free for BCM members and FotoFocus Passport holders. Included with museum admission for future members. Learn more: https://www.bcmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/now-bcm

10/23/2024

We had a special Bengals fan visit us all the way from London today! Tom traveled from the UK to Covington, KY to check out the "Road to the Bengals" exhibit before Sunday’s big game against the Eagles at Paycor Stadium. 🏈 Cincinnati Bengals

It’s so great to see Who Dey Nation stretching far and wide. Thanks for stopping by, Tom! Enjoy the game! 🐅

"Road to the Bengals" is on display now thru Feb. 9, 2025.🧡🖤
Learn more: https://www.bcmuseum.org/16-now-at-bcm/486-the-road-to-the-bengals

10/23/2024

🎂🗝️ Who remembers the excitement of waiting for a golden key in the mail so you could unlock the magic of the Birthday Castle at Johnny's Toys? 🎉✨

Join Cam Miller as he brings this beloved piece of local history back to life in the upcoming NKY History Hour: The Magical World of Johnny's Toys - Discussion on the upcoming film by Cam Miller on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at 6:30 p.m. Learn the history behind this iconic store that made every kid feel like royalty on their special day! 👑💫 Cam Miller Films

Register for the free virtual event here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a2jgosPgQZ-MyVjjVYZiFA

Learn more: https://www.bcmuseum.org/11-activities/487-nky-history-hour-johnnys-toys

10/21/2024

Chippie's Sensational Kids Club: National Spooky Art Day Today is the last day to register!

Behringer-Crawford Museum is calling on all little ghosts and goblins to get ready for a ‘fang-tastic’ time at Behringer-Crawford Museum on Friday, October 25 at 11 a.m., as Chippie’s Sensational Kids Club transforms into a spooky — but not too spooky — Halloween wonderland. In celebration...

10/20/2024

🏈 Who Dey! As we cheer on the Cincinnati Bengals today, let’s take a moment to remember the teams that paved the way! Cincinnati Bengals

Did you know Cincinnati was home to several early pro football teams before today’s Bengals? Teams like the Cincinnati Celts (1910-1923), the Cincinnati Reds (1933-1934), and the original Cincinnati Bengals (1937-1942) laid the foundation for football in our region.

Want to learn more about these historic teams? Visit Behringer-Crawford Museum’s exhibit, "The Road to the Bengals," on display now through Feb. 9! It’s a deep dive into the teams that helped shape Cincinnati’s football legacy.

Plan your visit today at www.bcmuseum.org.

10/19/2024

🎶“Little ghosts and goblins play,
Chippie’s crafting all the way!
Paint and glue, spooky too,
Join us for some Halloween BOO!” 🎶

🎃👻 Calling all little artists! It’s time for a spook-tacular day at Chippie's Sensational Kids Club: National Spooky Art Day ! 🎨✨

Join us for with crafts, stories, and a whole lot of Halloween fun, Friday, Oct. 25, at 11 a.m.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to register in advance! 🎨

Call 859-491-4003 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot!
https://www.bcmuseum.org/11-activities/488-chippie-s-spooky-art-day

10/18/2024

The Road to the Bengals
On view through February 9, 2024
Behringer-Crawford Museum
Covington, Kentucky
BCmuseum.org

Football fans, history buffs and proud locals alike are invited to explore ‘The Road to the Bengals’, a unique exhibit at Behringer-Crawford Museum (BCM), celebrating the Cincinnati Bengals' storied past alongside Northern Kentucky’s rich football history.

“This exhibit celebrates more than just the Bengals’ journey,” said Jason French, BCM’s Curator of Collections. “It shines a light on the local football legends who helped shape the game in Northern Kentucky, creating a true ‘road’ to professional football.”

Find out more here: https://www.bcmuseum.org/16-now-at-bcm/486-the-road-to-the-bengals

[Image: Exhibition memorabilia courtesy Behringer-Crawford Museum.]

10/18/2024

✨ Get a glimpse of the quirky and imaginative world of Mark Schlachter’s "Familiar Faces" part of the FotoFocus Biennial, now on display at Behringer-Crawford Museum! ✨

🚂🛤️ Meet Kevin Callahan. Known as "The Crummy Kid," he was born in the caboose of a freight train in 1947, while his mother, a dedicated conductor for the Ersatz & Moot Point Railway, was on duty. Raised with deep ties to the railroad, he left home at sixteen to ride the rails, sending weekly postcards to his family ever since. Despite his travels, Kevin regularly returns to his hometown of Grindle, revisiting the place where his journey began.

Discover the intriguing backstories behind Kevin's photo and more of Schlachter’s eclectic characters at BCM, now through Nov. 17.

Free for BCM members and FotoFocus Passport holders. Included with museum admission for future members. Learn more: https://www.bcmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/now-bcm

10/17/2024

Dedicated in 1858 in Jamestown, the St. Francis Cemetery was the parish cemetery for St. Francis Of Assisi Church until 1913 and St. Bernard Church after that. Join BCM Curator of Collections Jason French as he chats with Jim Vice, a volunteer dedicated to preserving this historic burial ground in Dayton, KY.

10/16/2024

👻 Calling all little ghosts and goblins! 🎃

Join us for a fang-tastic time at Chippie’s Sensational Kids Club on Friday, October 25 at 11 a.m. as we celebrate National Spooky Art Day! Your little ones can unleash their imaginations with creepy, crafty projects and giggle along to ghoulishly fun stories. It's all treats, no tricks! 🦇✨
Chippie's Sensational Kids Club: National Spooky Art Day

Spaces are limited, so be sure to register in advance! 🎨

📞 Call Kim at 859-491-4003 or email [email protected] to reserve your spot! https://www.bcmuseum.org/11-activities/488-chippie-s-spooky-art-day

10/16/2024

A huge thank you to the incredible students from Thomas More University who donated their time and energy yesterday at Behringer-Crawford Museum as part of the fourth annual Saints Serve Day! 🙌

Not only did you help us clean the museum top to bottom—you braved the cold to clear storm debris in our playground, getting NaturePlay@BCM ready for the holiday season. 🎄✨ You truly made a difference!
We are so grateful for your hard work and commitment to our community. 💙

10/15/2024

“Among Your Friends and Acquaintances,” The Anderson Slave Pen and the Archaeology of Slavery in Kentucky
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

10/15/2024

A huge shoutout to Jason Maxwell of FOX19 for featuring "The Road to the Bengals" exhibit last evening! 🏈🙌

Thanks for helping us spread the word and get everyone excited for football history! 🧡🖤
Cincinnati Bengals

The exhibit will be on display through Feb. 9.

Experience “The Road to the Bengals” at Behringer-Crawford Museum.

10/14/2024

Join us for the next NKY History Hour on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m. as BCM archaeologist associate Jeannine Kreinbrink uncovers the disturbing history of the Anderson Slave Pen in Mason County, KY. Learn about John W. Anderson’s role in the slave trade and the lives of the 45+ enslaved individuals identified through archaeological investigations. Watch live on Zoom or Facebook!

NKY History Hour: The Anderson Slave Pen and the Archaeology of Slavery in Kentucky

🔗 Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a2jgosPgQZ-MyVjjVYZiFA