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Pickin' Party

By Bryan Bartlett

Murray, KY – In the nineteenth century, "Pickin' Parties" gathered neighbors and strangers alike; playing music, dancing, singing or just catching up with friends and loved ones. The Homeplace at Land Between the Lakes plays host this weekend to their annual Pickin' Party, now in its eight year.

Click the "Listen" icon above to hear Bryan Bartlett's interview with LBL's Special Events Coordinator Cindy Earls about the rich traditions of the Pickin' Party.