Media Advisory: Jubilation! Ambassadors on a Sacred Journey News Conference & Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

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News Conference & Ribbon‑Cutting Ceremony Friday, September 18, 2026, • 4:00 PM Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (KCAAH) 1701 West Muhammad Ali Blvd • Louisville, KY

WHAT

The Kentucky Center for African American Heritage will host a news conference and ribbon‑cutting ceremony to officially open Jubilation! Ambassadors on a Sacred Journey, a powerful traveling exhibit celebrating African American heritage, resilience, and cultural storytelling. The exhibit will remain on display through the end of Black History Month 2027.

The event will introduce the exhibit’s educational mission, community impact, and national significance, highlighting its role in expanding cultural literacy and historical awareness among students, families, and visitors.

WHO

Confirmed speakers include:

  • Lt. Governor Jaqueline Coleman, State of Kentucky
  • State Representative & Minority Leader Pamela Stevenson, State of Kentucky
  • Lindy Casebier, Secretary, Tourism, Arts & Heritage Cabinet
  • Deputy Mayor Chan Kemper, City of Louisville
  • Former Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer
  • Metro Councilman Ken Herndon
  • Honorary Co‑Chairs Cheri Bryant Hamilton and Dr. Corrie Shull of Jubilation! Ambassadors on a Sacred Journey
  • Tomicka Delgado, MBA, Deputy Director, Operations & Culture, National Museum of African American Music
  • Rev. Dr. Lauren Jones Mayfield, Executive Director, Center for Interfaith Relations
  • Leadership of the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage
  • Exhibit Curators & Cultural Scholars
  • Community Partners & Educational Stakeholders
  • We will add additional names and update you as we receive them. 

Media interviews will be available immediately following the program.

WHEN

Friday, September 18, 2026, News Conference begins at 4:00 PM. Ribbon-cutting ceremony to follow

Media arrival recommended by 3:45 PM for optimal placement.

WHERE

Kentucky Center for African American Heritage (KCAAH), 1701 West Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203

Parking is available on-site on the 17th Street side of the venue. Media check‑in at the main entrance. Please follow the signs around the property. 

WHY

Jubilation! Ambassadors on a Sacred Journey offers an immersive educational experience that deepens understanding of African American history, artistic expression, and ancestral legacy. The exhibit provides schools, universities, and community organizations with a dynamic platform for curriculum enrichment, cultural dialogue, and intergenerational learning.

MEDIA CONTACT

VIPP Communications jubilationkcaah at vippcommunications dot com Media line: 502.341.7306.

Family & Children’s Place will hold a rally to kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month

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Family & Children’s Place will hold an in-person rally on Thursday, March 30th at 10:00 a.m. in the parking lot of our headquarters located at 525 Zane Street.

April is the designated start of Child Abuse Prevention Month but anyone who works and/or advocates for children understand it’s a 365 24/7 obligation.  Educating children on their right for being safe in hopes of strengthen families across Kentucky and Southern Indiana.    The month also brings awareness to those in the community unaware of how serious the problem is in Kentuckiana.

According to the latest national report of Child Maltreatment, Kentucky has dropped in the ranking from fifth, to sixth in the rate of child abuse/neglect. That’s 14.7 victims per 1,000 children. Indiana remains at #11 with their rate of child abuse/neglect at 13.6 victims per 1,000 children.

In response to those startling statistics and to bring awareness, Family & Children’s Place will have dignitaries, community leaders and advocates talking about child abuse, violence, exploitation, neglect, prevention, intervention, and restoration efforts for children and families.

The following have confirmed their participation as speakers for the March 30th rally:

  • Pam Darnall, President/CEO, Family & Children’s Place
  • Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman
  • Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg
  • KY State Senator Julie Raque Adams
  • Keturah Herron, State Representative
  • Eric Friedlander, KY DCBS Secretary
  • Barry Dunn, Kosair Charities
  • Dr. Terry Brooks, KYA

We have additional invited guests.  As they confirm their participation, we will update our release and social media platforms. 

We will also acknowledge a group of individuals who have supported our organization over the years.  The following have confirmed their attendance for the rally:

  • Louisville Deputy Mayor David James
  • Tom Wine, Commonwealth Attorney
  • Mike O’Connell, County Attorney
  • Jeremy Mull, Clark County Prosecuting Attorney
  • Caroline Ruschell, KY CAC Executive Director
  • Emily Bonistall, Marsy’s Law
  • Nicole George, Deputy Mayor
  • Dana Mayton, Deputy Mayor
  • Phillip Baker, City Councilman District 6

Please announce and/or post our event.  If you have any questions and/or would like to setup an interview, please contact us by calling 502-341-7306 or by email at info@vippcommunications.com. 

To learn more about Family & Children’s Place visit our site at www.familyandchildrensplace.org. 

WHO:                   Family & Children’s Place

WHAT:                 Rally kicking off Child Abuse Prevention Month

WHEN:                 Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. (In-person)

WHERE:               Family & Children’s Place, 525 Zane St, Louisville, KY 40203

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For more than 140 years, Family & Children’s Place has been a critical presence in Louisville, helping our most vulnerable citizens — children, that have experience physical and sexual abuse and neglect. We believe that every child deserves a happy, healthy childhood free from abuse and that every family should have the tools and resources to maintain self-sufficiency.