Louisville Folk School

Louisville Folk School: Preserving Kentucky’s Musical Heritage

Our Mission

Louisville Folk School's mission is to engage Kentuckians in their folk music traditions through education and performance, while building community through the arts.

Your Support

We’re focused on raising $25,000 to fund a new ADA-compliant space and expand our afterschool youth programs, making our offerings accessible to all. By supporting our Give For Good Louisville campaign, you help sustain and grow our programming, ensuring Kentucky’s musical traditions thrive for future generations.

Our Story

Founded in 2015, Louisville Folk School is Kentucky’s only non-profit offering year-round folk music instruction. We serve over 5,000 people annually through classes, workshops, performances, and community programming. Our impact is measured not just by numbers but by the community we foster among our students and audiences.

Our Impact

• Group Classes: We offer evening classes in traditional instruments like the banjo and fiddle, fostering community and enhancing wellbeing through music.
• In-School Performances: Last year, we brought folk music to 2,500 elementary students, including those at the Kentucky School for the Blind and several Title I schools. We aim to reach 20 schools annually by 2026.
• Public Performances: We partner with local organizations to present concerts across Louisville, showcasing diverse artists and bringing music to over 1,200 people last year.
• Summer Camps: Our camps immerse children in folk arts, providing creative outlets that promote positive youth development.

Why Your Support Matters

As Louisville’s sole provider of year-round folk, bluegrass, old-time, and world music education, we play a crucial role in preserving these traditions. However, our revenue doesn’t cover the full cost of our programs. Your donation ensures we can continue to offer accessible, high-quality music education and cultural experiences.

Your support is vital—thank you for helping us build a brighter future for Louisville Folk School.