Group Tour Applications
The Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives welcomes tour groups. These guidelines will help you when planning your tour.
Note to Research Groups: Groups planning a visit to use the State Archives collections are encouraged to contact the Archives Research Room (ext. 347) before arrival. Research archivists may be available to speak to groups regarding use of the collections, indexes, and electronic resources. If the group has a special area or topic of study, staff will be able to prepare more effectively if notified of the group's arrival ahead of time. Staffing constraints may limit the amount of time and availability of research archivists to assist your group.
Pre-Trip Planning
KDLA is located at 300 Coffee Tree Road, adjacent to the Vietnam Veterans' Memorial in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Tours are given between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. (ET), Monday through Friday, excepting state government holidays and scheduled agency events. There are no fees for these tours.
Please submit the Tour Application at least two weeks prior to your desired tour date. Once the application is received, the tour coordinator will contact you to make the final arrangements. If your group needs special assistance, please let the tour coordinator know before scheduling the tour.
Your tour interests (see the Application for a description of tours offered) will determine the amount of time you spend at KDLA. The Questionnaire asks for the maximum time available for your group's visit, so your time at KDLA is spent to the best advantage.
Your group will be sharing the public areas of KDLA with other library and archives patrons, so appropriate behavior is appreciated from all tour members.
Scheduling a Tour
To schedule a tour, please complete the Tour Application, or contact:
Lauren Abner
300 Coffee Tree Road
P. O. Box 537
Frankfort, KY 40602
Email: Lauren.Abner@ky.gov
502.564.8300 ext. 276
800.928.7000 ext. 276
Fax: 502.564.5773
Upon receipt of the complete questionnaire, KDLA will schedule your tour for a mutually satisfactory time - at least a week in advance of your arrival.
On Arrival
Parking for guest vehicles is appropriately marked.
Your group should enter KDLA's front door. Once in the lobby, the group leaders should contact the lobby information desk immediately. You will be met by a tour leader who will give a brief welcome and orientation. If your group numbers more than 20 individuals, they may be divided into smaller groups for the tour.
During Your Visit
If you have questions or need assistance during your tour, please ask any staff member.
Cancelling Your Visit
If your plans change, let us know as soon as possible so that we can make tours or programs available to other groups.