Big Bone Lick is Boone County's unpolished gem or diamond in the rough when it comes to history and prehistory. It is Kentucky's own segue to our young nation's search […]
Each year, Friends of Big Bone participates in the annual “Northern Kentucky History Day” event. This year the event was held at the Boone County library in Burlington on April […]
Northern Kentucky History Day
At the April meeting of Friends of Big Bone, Mark Jacobs, Conservation Officer in Boone County presented a very interesting program regarding the history of Big Bone Creek and the […]
April Program – History of Big Bone Creek
On March 27th, Friends of Big Bone member Dave Hauber presented a very interesting program regarding the origins of the concept of species extinction and ties to Big Bone Lick […]
Extinction Concept and Ties to Big Bone Lick
The bison have a new comfort scratch pole thanks to Friends of Big Bone! Click on the photo below for details:
Friends of Big Bone Sponsor “Bison Scratch Pole”
Equipped to withstand temperatures up to minus 20 degrees Fahrenheit, below are some winter scenes of the current bison herd at Big Bone Lick State Park. Click on the images […]
Bisons Love Winter
In December 2024, after months of anticipation, Big Bone Lick State Historic Site received recognition by the National Park Service (NPS) as a “National Historic Landmark”. The designation is a […]