In 2021, the Filson received a seed grant from the Jewish Heritage Fund in Louisville to pilot an experimental new program called the Filson Community History Fellows Program (CHFP).  

Between April and September 2022 and 2023, two cohorts of six Community History Fellows—history advocates from diverse backgrounds and different parts of Louisville—met regularly at the Filson to explore topics and tools in historical research, documentation, and interpretation. Fellows used these methods in real time by developing individual history projects of enduring value to their home communities.

Click on the photos below to learn more about the Community History Fellows and their work.

The Community History Fellows Program was developed by Abby Glogower, former Curator of Jewish Collections, Patrick Lewis, Director of Collections and Research, and Emma Bryan, Community Engagement Specialist.