Crittenden County Historical Museum

Hours are Wed.-Sat. 10:00 until 3:00.
The Crittenden County Historical Museum is housed in the oldest church in Marion, built in 1881.  Located at 124 East Bellville Street. The interior of the Church includes the original wood floors, pulpit, balcony and stain glass windows. Among the hundreds of local items on display is a large collection of military uniforms and service-related articles, dating back to the Civil War; a 200 year old loom; spinning wheels; a large collection of farm related items; the bell from the county's first court house; church bells with funeral toller; old telephone switchboard; a large collection of old Marion photos; vintage clothing and accessories dating back to the early 1900's; papers and memorabilia from Marion's two United Sates senators; memorabilia, pictures and histories of many of the one room school houses. Special tours in the off-season can be arranged. email us! A few of Kentucky's Hidden Treasures... Civil War artifacts Communion sets from Marion's oldest churches Military items from the Civil War to Desert Storm. Spinning wheels, looms, household items ...and some old friends!   Make Your First Stop in Marion the Welcome Center located at 213 South Main St., Marion KY 42064. Contact the Tourism Office by phone at 270-965-5015 or by e-mail.

Ben E Clement Mineral Museum Mineral Digs: Saturday, June 28, 2014

Come to Marion, Kentucky and dig for Fluorite and related minerals during the daytime digs hosted by the museum.  Nighttime digs are also offered and are a completely different experience as black lights are used to identify and collect fluorescent minerals.

Registration forms can be found HERE. If you would like to schedule a private dig, please call the museum (270) 965-4263. For More Information Contact: The Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum PO Box 391 Marion, KY 42064 (270)965-4263

HUNTING LODGES

Make Your First Stop in Marion the Welcome Center located at 213 South Main St., Marion KY 42064.  Contact the Tourism Office by phone at 270-965-5015 or by e-mail.

	Address / Phone	Features
Blue Springs Hunting Lodge	1916 St. Rt. 723 N. Tolu, KY 42084 270-965-4575	Deer and Turkey Hunting.
Hunt West Kentucky Lodge	US Highway 641 Crayne, KY View Website	We are located near Marion, KY, in the trophy rich county of Crittenden.  This area consistently produces Boone & Crockett class whitetail bucks and our turkey hunting is second to none.  Our lodge is located on several thousand acres of prime hunting real estate and we have over 150 whitetail hunting stands available for you to harvest the buck of your dreams.
Milford Hunting Lodge	1707 Barnett Chapel Rd Marion, KY 42064 270-965-3668 270-965-4725 View Website	Milford Lodge offers over 3000 acres of prime hunting territory.  Two different farms are available both are privately owned and cropped each year.  The fields are often planted in corn and soy beans providing an excellent food source for the wild life.
Winghaven  Lodge	15616 State Route 120 Providence, KY 42450 Phone: 270.836.7998  View Website	Winghaven Lodge is one of the most outstanding Upland Wingshooting, Eastern turkey, mallard duck, fishing and upland wing shooting establishments both in Kentucky and the entire Southeast. Each year we provide our guests the opportunity to hunt deer, have wingshooting adventures, fish, and relax like no other adventure destination in the country.
Wild Wing Lodge & Kennel	PO Box 48 Sturgis, KY 42459 (270) 965-0026 View Website	We invite you to join us on a journey to an experience you might have thought was possible only in your memories. If you remember the days when habitat full of game was the rule not the exception, and when an outstanding hunting experience was something you expected every time out, this is where you belong.

Marion City Departments

Administration – 270-965-5313
Mark Bryant, City Administrator
Terri Hart, Planning & Zoning Coordinator; Code Enforcement
Troy McNeely & B.J. Yates, Street Department

Finance Office – 270-965-4177
Melinda Gipson, City Treasurer
Bailey Travis, Administrative Assistant

Clerk’s Office – 270-965-2266
Pam Enoch, City Clerk & Utilities Billing Clerk

Police Department – 270-965-3500 (emergency, call 911)
Ray O’Neal, Chief
Marty Hodge, Lieutenant/911 Supervisor
Bobby West, Senior Patrolman
Chuck Hoover, Senior Patrolman
George Foster, Patrolman
Jerry Parker, Patrolman
Ginny Tinsley, 911 Dispatcher
Paula Miniard, 911 Dispatcher
Tina Newcom, 911 Dispatcher
Bob Woodward, 911 Dispatcher
Dwayne Davidson, 911 Dispatcher
Nicole Watson, 911 Dispatcher
Cheryl Fox, 911 Dispatcher

Water & Sewer Department – 270-965-2266
Brian Thomas, Utilities Director
Maintenance Operations
Garry Gerard, Foreman; Tony Jackson; Darrin Crawford; Joe Estes
Water Plant
Jeff Black, Lead Operator; Roy Todd; Tom Mason; Eddie Myers
Sewer Plant
Tim Hodge, Lead Operator; Greg Tabor

Fire Department – 270-965-2266 (emergency, call 911)
Ronald Howton, Chief
Jim Johnson, Assistant Chief

HUNTING & FISHING

Western Kentucky has long been known as a Hunter's Paradise, as Teddy Roosevelt and Daniel Boone testified. We have an abundance of deer, dove, wild turkey, rabbit, squirrel, and other wild game. But despite the abundance, you can still expect a challenge!

Click here for the Hunting Lodge Directory

The Ohio River provides a wide variety of species, including crappie, black and white bass, sunfish, sauger, and catfish. The large mouth bass fishing is outstanding enough to attract several local and national bass tournaments. The angling possibilities are wide enough in numbers and variety to satisfy the most demanding fisherman. For easy access to the river, boat ramps with ample parking are located.

Kentucky Lake and Barkley Lake, within 20 miles of Marion, offer some of the best crappie, bass, catfish and bluegill fishing in the nation. Professionals and amateurs alike enjoy the vast fishing opportunities these great lakes have to offer. Click Here for More Hunting Information

White Tail Deer are Kentucky's favorite game animal, and Crittenden County ranks second in the state for the number of deer harvested. Seasons for archery, muzzle loaders, and modern firearms are scheduled between September and January. Regulations vary year by year and county by county; they are outline in the current Deer Guide available from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Marion's annual Big Buck competition attracts hunters from across the nation!

Wild Turkey. Kentucky's turkey restoration program has become a model for the nation over the past decade and a half. Crittenden County has both a Spring and Fall Turkey Hunting Season. Some of the best gobbler hunting in Kentucky is found in Crittenden County. An annual guide to turkey hunting is published by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Hunting and Fishing Regulations
Information on is available from

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources,
1 Game Farm Road
Frankfort, KY 40601.

For the help desk call: 1-800-858-1549
or visit their web site at www.fw.ky.gov

Crittenden County Conservation Officer: Randy Conway, 270-965-3049

Public Hunting Areas
Wildlife management Areas operated by Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife in the region provide a variety of game, but hunting is often under special regulations and seasons.

Located in Henderson County and Union County:
Sloughs Wildlife Management Area is 10,000 acres of mostly Ohio River bottoms in four separate units is home to upward of 30,000 geese and thousands of ducks winter here annually. Hunting opportunities also include deer, turkey, swamp rabbit, coyote, squirrel, quail and dove. Contact Mike Morton at 270-827-2673

Located in neighboring Union County is the Higginson-Henry Wildlife Management Area, 5,424 acre area provides a variety of public hunting opportunities including deer, dove, rabbit, quail, squirrel, woodcock, turkey, fox and coyote.

This area also offers ten miles of hiking trails as well as 18 miles of roads including many old roads which may be hiked and an 80 acre lake with two smaller lakes. Camping and picnic areas are available.

There are also wonderful wildlife viewing opportunities with more than 135 species of birds, including dove, quail, woodcock, turkey and bald eagles.
Coyote, deer, red and grey fox, rabbit, raccoon, groundhog, and red, grey and fox squirrel have been also been sighted here.

Contact Scott Buser at 270-389-3580

Downloads
KY Basic Fishing Guide		KY Basic Hunting Guide

Boat Ramps:

• E-town Landing, Highway 297
• Cave in Rock Ferry Landing, Highway 91 N
• Dam 50, Highway 387

9th Annual Ben E. Clement Gem, Mineral, Fossil, & Jewelry Show with DigsJune 7 & 8, 2014

9:00AM - 5:00PM

At Historic Fohs Hall
205 North Walker St, Marion, KY

Come and Enjoy! 
Admission to the Show is Free!    (Donations are appreciated.)
Hourly Door Prizes                Silent Auctions             Vendor Tables

Free Children’s Activities - Sponsored by Farmer’s Bank & Trust of Marion, KY.
Museum Tours**                   Day & Night Digs**

Kentucky Geological Survey Booth
New This Year - Indian Artifact Display

Jewelry Making Classes at 11AM & 2PM on Saturday, June 7th**

**There is an additional charge for these activities.  
Day Digs begin at 9:00AM at the Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum.


Jewelry Making Class

The wire wrapping class will be taught by Gere Bunnell.  The class will begin at 2:00PM on Saturday afternoon in Fohs Hall.  If you have your own tools, please bring them.  During the class you will complete at least one pendant.  There is a charge for the class. New this year. A jewelry beading class will be offered Saturday, June 7th at 11AM.  The class will be taught by the talented, Connie Lavin.  During this class, you will learn the techniques to correctly bead.  You will complete one piece of jewelry.  There is a charge for this class

Vendor Tables

The vendors at the show sell a wide variety of items such as minerals, jewelry, fossils, rough material, household décor items and more. If you are interested in being a vendor at our show please contact the museum at (270) 965-4263 or
email us at beclement@att.net.

Children’s Activities

The local “Geology Rocks 4-H Group” has special activities for children 12 and under during the show.  Some of these activities include cupcake geology, digging for rocks and minerals, making a pet rock, and more. So, bring your children to participate in these fun and educational programs while you enjoy the show.

Museum Tours

After visiting the show, walk next door to the Ben E. Clement Mineral Museum to experience one of the finest collections of Fluorspar in the world.
Make Your First Stop in Marion The Welcome Center located at 213 South Main St., Marion KY 42064. Contact the Tourism Office by phone at 270-965-5015 or by e-mail. 
For more information, call the museum at (270) 965-4263 or email us at beclement@att.net.

Come Find Your Specialty Treasures in Marion, Kentucky!

	Address / Phone	Features
Bowtanicals	202 South Main Street, Marion, KY 270-965-2056 View Website	Pottery, Collectible Items, Splatter ware, Crabtree & Evelyn Bath Products, Floral Arrangements, Wreaths and Silk Flowers. Candles, Potpourri, Birdhouses, Garden Ornaments and Rugs. Open Monday – Friday 8 am to 5 pm, Saturday 8 am to 2 pm
Clement Mineral Museum Gift Shop	205 N. Walker St. 270-965-4263 View Website	Semi Precious Gem Stone Jewelry, Gem Stone Sculptures, Home Décor, Fun and Educational items, Rock and Mineral Books.
Gran Gran's Clothesline	109 Morningside Dr. Marion, KY 270-965-3115	Infant to Teens clothes major brands Healthtext, Peaches and Cream & Carters Email: grangranwilson@gmail.com
Hodges Sports & Apparel	219 Sturgis Road, Marion, KY 270- 965-4717	The latest in sportswear, including hunting apparel. Footwear from running shoes to hip waders
Johnson Furniture and Appliance	118 N. Main Street, Marion, KY 270-965-4242	A third generation family business offering furniture, appliances, electronics and carpet. Also provides service and professional installations.
Louise’s Flowers	121 N. Main St. 270-965-2749 View Website	Floral Designs and Gifts including Yankee Candles, Woodwick Candles, Fenton Glassware, Turvis Tumbles.  Free Delivery FTD, Teleflora and BloomNet
Marion Feed Mill	501 East Bellville St, Marion, KY 270-965-2252	Known locally as the county's top producer of custom-blend feeds and source for pet and equestrians needs, the Mill is becoming popular among visitors because of their fine selection of Wrangler western wear and collectible Breyer horses.
Mystic Water Gardens & Antiques	4002 US 60 East, Marion 270-704-1027	Marion's newest shopping destination! Diana Herrin has opened this charming store devoted to water gardens as well as fine antiques and accessories. Drop by for a visit!
Ron's Sports Shop	2287 US 60 East Marion KY 42064 270-965-2662 View Website	Browning, Rugar, Colt, Smith & Wesson, Winchester, H&K Benelli
Shopco	306 Sturgis Rd. 270-965-4003	Department store, Clothing, Home Décor, Household items including small appliances, Electronics, Health and Beauty Aids, Groceries, Automative and Sporting Goods.
Superior Trophy & Screen Printing	214 S. Main Street, Marion 270-965-4310 800-34-AWARD View Website	We have a complete line of trophies, plaques and awards, and feature complete screen printing services. Everything is produced in-house in our new state-of-the- art 4,000 square foot facility. Our professional staff has over 70 years of combined experience in the awards and printing industry. In addition, we carry giftware that includes Fiesta Dinnerware as well as Blenko hand-blown glassware.
Tactical Arms	106 S. Main St. 270-967-9054	Buy Sell Trade all Firearms, Gunsmithing and Detailing, Special Orders, Ammunition and shooting supplies.
The Daisy Patch	215 Sturgis Rd.  270-965-2200	Floral Designs and Gifts including Ganz, Bittersweet Candles, Fresh Flowers and Plants, Grapeview wreaths, Fee Delivery
Our Picket Fence Antiques and Primitives	6670 US Hwy. 641 270-967-9055 Open Tuesday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00	Our Picket Fence is the new antique and primitive store located in the former Cole Lumber building, across from the Hwy 641 / Hwy 70 intersection.  Collectables, glassware, cookware, books and furniture.  ourpicketfence13@hotmail.com
Wheeler's Antiques , Furniture, Herbs & Backroads Gallery	127 E. Carlisle Street, Marion, KY 270-965-0059 270-704-3999 View Website	Specializes in Early Country Furniture from Kentucky and Tennessee, along with quilts, smalls, Amish Prints, Kentucky Photos, Kentucky Inspired Gifts and accessories. Open Monday thru Saturday 10 - 4
We're getting better all the time! Our downtown shopping opportunities are growing. More and more of our visitors are thrilled with the treasures they find in our local establishments.       Whether you're looking for the perfect gift or a special find to add to your collection, come see for yourself in downtown Marion, Kentucky Make Your First Stop in Marion The Welcome Center located at 213 South Main St., Marion KY 42064. Contact the Tourism Office by phone at 270-965-5015 or by e-mail.