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Specifics on Homeschool Day at the Capitol 2017

By DBolin


Join us for Homeschool Day at the Capitol

Friday, February 10, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.


This event coincides with Christians at the Capital
 at the Convention Center from 12:30-3:30
Hosted by God and Country Ministry


     Christian Home Educators of Kentucky invites homeschool families to join us in the lobby of the Capitol Building between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. EST, Friday, February 10th.  Every fifteen minutes a new guided tour will begin; the tour will last approximately thirty minutes. Children will enjoy keeping their eye out for sixteen items in the Capitol, when they receive their I Spy cards in the lobby. Kentucky history, state government, and the history of home education in Kentucky, are all topics that will be presented on the tour.  At 10:30, there will be a photo opportunity with the Lt. Governor, Jenean Hampton, and possibly the Governor, Matt Bevin in the rotunda.  We encourage everyone to contact the office of their Senator and Representative; let them know your family will be in attendance at the Capitol; many legislators are happy to meet with their constituents.  After your arrival and tour, we encourage you to secure passes that allow you to sit in on the session held in the House or in the Senate galleries. We encourage you to take a lunch break and then join us at the Frankfort Convention Center for the Christians at the Capital event, hosted by God and Country Ministry.  At this event you will hear from Governor Bevin; Lt. Governor, Jenean Hamilton; The Family Foundation Executive Director, Kent Ostrander; CHEK Director, Scott Bolin; American Family Association of Kentucky President, Frank Simon; Chaplain to the State Government, Lee Watts; and more. Displays from many organizations will be available to view at this event. 

 FAQs

Is this a free event and for all homeschool families? 
Yes, no tickets or fees are required.  This event is hosted by CHEK and we appreciate your support.

 Do we have to arrive promptly at 9:00 a.m?
No, groups will form in the lobby and tours will begin at 9:00, 9:15, 9:30, 9:45, 10:00, and 10:30.

 How do I contact my senator and representative?
You can find your senator on the Senate photo map and your representative on the House photo map.

 How do we go about viewing the Senators or Representatives in the Senate or House?
We will direct you to the location, where you can receive passes to sit in the gallery of the House or Senate during their assembly.

 Is there a dress code?
 We recommend that you dress your best; consider business dress or casual and comfortable shoes.

 What ages is this for?
This is a family event; you know your children best. There will be I spy sheets for the children to take with them as they tour and visit. Be sure to check out the Kid's Pages on the Legislative Research Commission website.

Can strollers be used?
Yes, there is elevator access to each floor.  The only exception is the gallery, where you will need to use stairs to access the seating.  Strollers can be left in the hallway.  

 Where can we eat lunch?  
In the annex building behind the Capitol, there is a cafeteria. You can buy a meal or bring a sack lunch to eat. TripAdvisor recommends these top ten restaurants! The Bolin children have already requested to eat at Cliffside Diner sometime Friday. Chaplain, Lee Watts, recommends Miguels and the China Buffet.

 Could we possibly tour the Governor's Mansion?
Unfortunately, tours are not available on Fridays.

Where is the best place to park at the Capitol?
The Capitol Building is located at 700 Capital Avenue, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
See Picture below for arial view to use with this guide: A=parking, B= annex building (don't go to this building), C= Capitol street level parking, D=Capitol Building. Use the entrance that faces C.
 Where should we park at the Convention Center?
The Frankfort Convention Center is located at 405 Mero St., Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 
God and Country Ministry provides a map and directions here.







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