About Us

The Duncan Center welcomes you to visit our Coal Museum, Art Gallery, and History Museum. The exhibits are always evolving and changing so we promise it will be an exciting visit.

The Coal Museum is a fast-growing collection at the Duncan Center and online you will learn all about our rich heritage as the heart of the Western Kentucky Coal Field. You will find images from the early days of underground mining and learn all about the largest earth moving equipment in the world used in strip surface mining in Muhlenberg County..

Our Art Museum is always changing as we feature artists from all over and their works for you to enjoy. You will see the many talents found around Muhlenberg County as well. Online you will see samples of the works that are presently on display or have been previously at the Duncan Center. You can get involved with the Duncan Center Art Museum by taking part in our Resident Artist Program. The painting to the right is of the Ernest Bullock family from Bremen, Kentucky, painted by Judge Brian Wiggins.

With so much rich history in Muhlenberg County, the Duncan Center hosts a tremendous local heritage collection plus items from throughout Kentucky. Be sure to visit our Felix Martin room and also checkout the Warren Oates collection while at the Duncan Center. Online we promote our proud history through stories, images, and videos. Whether you are a native of our area, a new resident, or just interested in Muhlenberg County, you will find something of interest at the Duncan Center and on the Duncan Center website.

The Duncan Center invites you to get involved. Call Shara or Peggy to find out how you can help.