SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
PIKEVILLE, KY – On Friday, September 25, the Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce celebrated one of their newest members, Big Sandy Mountain Heritage/History Center by hosting a grand opening.
Their grand opening event was an outdoor event in the plaza behind the Old Courthouse in Pikeville, and featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, live music by Waylon Nelson, a live preview of Blood Song by the Artist Collaborative Theatre, guided tours of the museum, refreshments and more.
The Big Sandy Heritage Center’s grand opening was an occasion for visitors and the community to see the traveling exhibit, The Hatfield’s & McCoy’s: American Blood Feud, which is currently on loan from the West Virginia Humanities Council until October 3.
The Big Sandy Mountain Heritage/History Center is located at 172 Division Street in the Judicial Annex behind the Old Courthouse building in downtown Pikeville. The Big Sandy Heritage Center features items from the Civil War era and stories that shaped our country. For more information call the Big Sandy Heritage Center at (606) 766-1025.
Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce (SEKC) is committed to improving the local economy, regional unity, political advocacy, and economic development; ultimately, improving the quality of life for citizens of the entire region. With over 550 member businesses that employ 25,000+ employees in 8 counties, SEKC provides a support network for businesses in Southeast Kentucky.
