NKY History Hour: Brent Spence with Karl Lietzenmayer

Description

The name Brent Spence is part of the Northern Kentucky landscape, crossed by thousands of drivers every day. With major construction underway in the Brent Spence Bridge corridor, now is the perfect time to learn about the man behind the name.

Join local historian Karl Lietzenmayer for "Congressman Brent Spence: His Family and His Legacy," an engaging virtual presentation exploring the life and lasting impact of Newport native Brent Spence. Before his name became synonymous with one of the region's most recognizable landmarks, Spence spent more than three decades representing Northern Kentucky in Congress, leaving a legacy that extended far beyond the region.

Karl Lietzenmayer is a Fort Mitchell native, historian, author, and longtime advocate for preserving Northern Kentucky's history. He founded Northern Kentucky Heritage magazine in 1992 and has spent decades researching and sharing the stories of the people, places, and events that shaped our region. His contributions have been recognized with Behringer-Crawford Museum's Two-Headed Calf Award and the Kentucky Historical Society's Lifetime Achievement Award.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, August 11

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Virtual via Zoom

Cost: Free (registration required)

Register to receive the Zoom link and join the presentation live. The program will also be streamed on Behringer-Crawford Museum's Facebook page.

NKY History Hour is presented by Behringer-Crawford Museum and is offered every other Tuesday evening, featuring engaging programs that explore the rich history of Northern Kentucky.