Kentucky to the World (KTW), in partnership with the Kentucky Science Center, will host internationally recognized neurosurgeon and neuroscientist Dr. Ajmal Zemmar for its Republic Bank Foundation Speaker Series.
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We are honored that The New York Times has recognized the extraordinary life and vision of our founder, Shelly Zegart. Shelly’s work redefined how the world understands quilts—transforming them into recognized works of art and history. Through initiatives like the Kentucky Quilt Project, The Quilt Index, and her PBS series Why Quilts Matter, she reshaped cultural narratives nationally and globally.
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Kentucky to the World (KTW) today announced that Alice K. Alt will lead the nonprofit as interim executive director. The change in leadership comes after the passing of the late founder and executive director, Shelly Zegart, who had served KTW since 2012. During her tenure, Zegart helped transform the non-profit from an arts and culture organization into a mission-driven initiative, helping to elevate Kentucky's reputation, workforce development and economic potential.
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Kentucky to the World is proud to serve as the official media partner for The Soulful Sounds of Derbytown—a powerful tribute to Louisville’s legendary African American musicians and entertainers, now airing on KET. This inspiring production features unforgettable performances by icons such as The Jerry Tolson Quartet, Marjorie Marshall, Tanita Gaines, Lamont Butler and the Pearls, Jason Clayborn, and many more, blending live music, dance, and theater into one unforgettable celebration.
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Watch the KTW program with Louisville native Tom O'Connell, a renowned stuntman and actor known for his roles as the Heavy Mandalorian and Darth Vader, on KET! Tom was the special guest at this dual-location event in Louisville, KY, and Bowling Green, KY. Live stunt demonstrations, interactive participation and on-stage discussions were part of the audience experience in KTW's Republic Bank Foundation Speaker Series with support from the Speed Art Museum, the WKU Innovation Campus, and the Gatton Academy for Gifted Studies. Recorded live at the Speed Art Museum in Louisville on Sept. 25, 2024.
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To celebrate Women’s History Month, KET is featuring programs celebrating trail-blazing, history-making women. KTW’s program featuring legendary film animator Carol Wyatt, who grew up in Louisville, was chosen as part of that showcase. In the program, Wyatt sits down for a conversation with Brooke Keesling, head of animation talent development at Bento Box.
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In October 2024, Kentucky to the World and R. Harvey Johnston III hosted the Premiere of "A Pathway Forward", a documentary celebrating the highly successful pathway partnership between Central High School's Law and Government Magnet program and the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law.
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Explore the barrier-breaking era of desegregation with former UofL athletes who paved the way for future athletes of color and learn how their struggles and triumphs went on to shape their lives. Kentucky to the World (KTW) brought together University of Louisville basketball legends who changed history both on and off the court.
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