The Filson Publications

The mission of The Filson includes publishing historical material. In 1884 the society launched its first publication series, producing 36 volumes before drawing to a close in 1938. A second series was started in 1964.

Ohio Valley History

In Spring 2003, The Filson Historical Society began the publication of a regional scholarly journal, Ohio Valley History, in partnership with Cincinnati Museum Center and the University of Cincinnati Department of History. The new quarterly journal focuses on the history and culture of the Ohio Valley region, which includes Kentucky and parts of the surrounding states. Issues feature articles, photo essays, and reviews of books, movies and exhibits relating to the greater Ohio Valley. Ohio Valley History replaces the previously published journal, The Filson Historical Quarterly.

OVH Editorial & Publishing Information

Contents of Current Ohio Valley History

The Filson History Quarterly

In 1926 The Filson History Quarterly began publication and, in fall 2002, retired with the publication of the final issue, volume 76, number 4. In the future, selected essays from past issues of the Quarterly will be published in volumes according to themes to provide the public with a strong collection of Kentucky and local history.

Back issues of The Filson History Quarterly are $10. For information regarding the Quarterly, please contact The Filson between 9am and 5pm, Monday - Friday.

Kara Gossom
Phone: (502) 635-5083
Fax: (502) 635-5086

The Filson Historical Society
1310 South Third Street - Louisville, KY 40208
Phone: (502) 635-5083 Fax: (502) 635-5086