The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) has recognized The Journal of the Jackson Purchase Historical Society for its contributions to the field of history. Dr. Jim Humphreys of the Department of History edits the journal, and Professor Emeritus of History, Dr. Bill Mulligan, is the president of the Jackson Purchase Historical Society.
The official recognition will take place on November 6, 2020, at the annual Kentucky History Awards celebration. Winners of the awards are from across the state, and the fourteen categories include a range of disciplines from education to publications, along with special awards named after some of the Commonwealth’s greatest historians. The Journal of the Jackson Purchase Historical Society won in the category of “Pamphlet/Other Printed Material.”
Dr. Jim Humphreys 
Dr. Bill Mulligan
“The annual Kentucky History Awards program not only recognizes outstanding achievements in Kentucky history, it demonstrates vibrant connections across the state – with our members, colleagues, and communities,” says KHS Executive Director Scott Alvey. “By celebrating their great work, we elevate the fundamental role Kentucky history plays in all corners of the Commonwealth. History surrounds us in all that we do, and we continue to be inspired by the award winner’s quality contributions.”
The Journal of the Jackson Purchase Historical Society was praised for its 2019 issue. Jurors of the award stated that “(t)he breadth of topics and their relevance to the Jackson Purchase region today make the 2019 issue especially strong. The dedication of the Jackson Purchase Historical Society to include advanced undergraduate work and to review scholarly books of general interest to the region is also commendable.”
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