McCreary County Museum

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McCreary County Museum Phone: 606-376-5330 Address: P.O. Box 368 100 Henderson Street Stearns, KY 42647

Located in the heart of historic downtown Stearns, KY the McCreary County Museum is housed in the old Stearns Coal and Lumber Company Corporate headquarters that was built in 1907. The Museum was founded in 1988 and we invite everyone to visit and explore our unique history. The Museum is filled with historic documents, objects, and photographs pertaining to McCreary County and the Stearns Coal & Lumber Company. In addition to these exciting exhibits we have tried to show the culture and lifestyle of McCreary Countians over the years with social exhibits that include a sporting exhibit and musical exhibit. Our Museum overlooks the town of Stearns which features the Big South Fork Scenic Railway and local craft and gift shops.

The McCreary County Museum is grateful to each of our amazing sponsors. Each has pledged their support of our efforts to...
10/12/2026

The McCreary County Museum is grateful to each of our amazing sponsors. Each has pledged their support of our efforts to improve the McCreary County Museum and downtown Stearns. THANK YOU!

Big thanks toBobbi Paulsonfor all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!
10/10/2026

Big thanks to

Bobbi Paulson

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

Thank you Debbie Gilreath for serving as the ‘official’ photographer of the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala. You’re the...
10/10/2026

Thank you Debbie Gilreath for serving as the ‘official’ photographer of the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala. You’re the best!

Make plans to attend our annual Pictures and Crafts With Santa. Children will receive free books, toys, and crafts. Sant...
10/10/2026

Make plans to attend our annual Pictures and Crafts With Santa. Children will receive free books, toys, and crafts. Santa will be there for pictures that will be emailed prior to Thanksgiving.

We appreciate each person who attended our 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala. Your support of our efforts to restore down...
10/08/2026

We appreciate each person who attended our 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala. Your support of our efforts to restore downtown Stearns, preserve our history, and support local artisans is a blessing to us.

We have the absolute BEST volunteers in the world. Our volunteers manage the Silent Auction, Live Auction, Decorating, C...
10/08/2026

We have the absolute BEST volunteers in the world. Our volunteers manage the Silent Auction, Live Auction, Decorating, Catering, Serving, Programs, Invitations, Clean Up, and much more!

THANK YOU does not begin to express how thankful we are for each of our amazing volunteers.

We were very pleased that John Gable and his son Bo attended the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala in support of John's s...
10/08/2026

We were very pleased that John Gable and his son Bo attended the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala in support of John's sister, Beth as our Guest Speaker. The Gable family has pledged support for the restoration of the historic neon signs in downtown Stearns.

Thank you CRAZY CHESTER for sharing your wonderful music with us at the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala. Kenny Gilreat...
10/08/2026

Thank you CRAZY CHESTER for sharing your wonderful music with us at the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala. Kenny Gilreath and Hoss Davis are outstanding musicians and all around great McCreary Countians.

Congratulations to William (Bill) Singleton on receiving the "J.C. and Azalie Egnew Lifetime Achievement Award" at the 2...
10/08/2026

Congratulations to William (Bill) Singleton on receiving the "J.C. and Azalie Egnew Lifetime Achievement Award" at the 2026 McCreary County Museum Gala.

The award was presented to Bill by Chris Girdler, former Kentucky State Senator representing District 15 from 2013-1017.

Bill has devoted nearly five decades to business and community development in McCreary County and southeastern KY. He has been a driving force for our region.

The McCreary County Museum thanks Beth (Gable) Hicks for serving as the Guest Speaker at the McCreary County Museum's 20...
10/08/2026

The McCreary County Museum thanks Beth (Gable) Hicks for serving as the Guest Speaker at the McCreary County Museum's 2026 Gala. She did an outstanding job. Beth is the great-granddaughter of Justus S. Stearns.

Address

100 Henderson Street
Stearns, KY
42647

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 6:30pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+16063765730

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