Connecting New York and Kentucky since 1904
The Bluegrass, alive and well in the Big Apple.
A society of Kentuckians, whether born there, raised there or schooled there, who gather in New York City to make new friends, rekindle old ones and keep pride in Kentucky history close at hand.
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Fall Salon: Kentucky Talent Contest
Join the Kentuckians of New York in Brooklyn Heights from 7–9 PM for our next gathering.
Our story
Founded May 4, 1904, with 18 trustees and about 40 members.
According to its Certificate of Incorporation, the Kentuckians was formed to cultivate social and friendly relations among its members and to conserve interest and pride in Kentucky history.
Our past presidents include Speaker of the House and Treasury Secretary John G. Carlisle, our first, and the humorist Irvin S. Cobb. Today the Society is run by an all-volunteer Board of Trustees who keep the spirit of the Bluegrass State alive in the Big Apple.
How we gather
Two grand dinners a year, and plenty in between.
Spring Dinner
One of our two signature evenings, with an honored speaker from the Commonwealth.
Fall Dinner
Our autumn dinner, frequently sponsored by Kentucky Bourbon companies or Kentucky businesses.
Informal gatherings
Happy hours, game-watch parties and get-togethers at New York bars, restaurants, clubs and members' homes.
Recent dinners
Honored guests from the Commonwealth
Pull up a chair at the table.
If you were born in Kentucky, lived there five years, graduated from a Kentucky college, or are the child of a Kentuckian of New York, you belong here.