Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: The Frazier Kentucky History Museum
\nLegal Name (if Different): Owsley Brown Frazier Historical Arms Museum Foundation
\nAlso Known As: The Frazier History Museum
\nMailing Address: 829 W. Main Street
\nCity: Louisville
\nState: Kentucky
\nPostal Code: 40202
\nMain Phone: 502-753-5663
\nMain Fax: 502-412-8148
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.fraziermuseum.org\/
\nEmployer ID Number: 61-1378343
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501(c)3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: 20 March 2026
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Education Center Renovation
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
The Frazier Kentucky History Museum is the largest museum in the Commonwealth, with a mission to shape the future by inspiring, engaging and educating through Kentucky\u2019s past and present. We are asking for support to reimagine our long-standing Education Center, transforming it into a flexible, technology-enabled learning hub that expands access to immersive educational experiences for children and young adults. Since opening in 2004, the Center has served as a cornerstone of community learning; however, it has not undergone a major update in more than two decades. It no longer reflects modern educational practices, technological needs, or sensory-responsive design necessary to serve diverse learners.
\nThe proposed renovation will introduce flexible seating, updated infrastructure, and interactive smart board technology to support inquiry-based, collaborative learning. These tools will allow educators and students to engage with content in dynamic ways, including real-time annotation, group collaboration, and adaptable learning environments that accommodate a wide range of learning styles and needs.
\nOur education team has built a reputation of excellence and trust. Each year, the Frazier engages more than 30,000 students through field trips, camps, homeschool programs, and community initiatives. Nearly one-third of these students attend at no cost through the museum\u2019s Educational Access Fund. For many young people, the Frazier provides their first meaningful encounter with history, arts, and culture.
\nThe renovated space will also integrate with the museum\u2019s American Pearl exhibition, highlighting Louisville native and explorer Tori Murden McClure\u2019s historic solo transatlantic row. Through hands-on activities focused on engineering, navigation, endurance, and problem-solving, students will explore real-world STEM concepts while engaging with an inspiring story of perseverance and achievement.
\nBy creating a modern, inclusive learning environment, the Frazier will provide children and young adults with the tools, inspiration, and educational experiences needed to succeed and reach their full potential. <\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: $175,000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Stock Yards Bank – committed; James Graham Brown Foundation – potential\/match; Gheens Foundation – potential; Kosair for Kids – potential; City of Louisville – potential; LG&E – Committed<\/p>\n
Project Duration: 1 year
\nGeographical Area Served: Kentucky and Indiana
\nAge Group To Be Served: K-12 students and teachers<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
\nContact First Name: Rachel
\nContact Last Name: Platt
\nContact Title: Vice President of Mission
\nContact Phone: 502-753-1039
\nContact Email: rplatt@fraziermuseum.org<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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