SAVE THE DATE: October 8, 2026
Family Health Centers Celebrates 50 Years of Care in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Family Health Centers will celebrate its 50th anniversary at the Portland Museum, close to the neighborhood where the organization began. The event will feature remarks from Louisville historian Dr. Tom Owen and an appearance by U.S. Rep. Morgan McGarvey. Guests can explore historical displays that trace Family Health Centers’ growth over the years.
WHAT: “Cheers to 50 Years,” a celebration of Family Health Centers’ history and service to Louisville
WHEN: Thursday, October 8, 2026, 5–7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Portland Museum, 2308 Portland Avenue, Louisville, KY
WHO: Dr. Tom Owen, U.S. Rep. Morgan McGarvey, Family Health Centers staff and special guests
PHOTO AND INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: Capture Dr. Owen’s remarks, Rep. McGarvey’s visit, and the anniversary festivities, including historical displays documenting Family Health Centers’ growth. Representatives will be available to discuss the organization’s roots in Portland and its five decades of expansion.
Founded in Portland in 1976 with a commitment to serve patients regardless of their ability to pay, Family Health Centers now serves nearly 40,000 patients annually across Louisville Metro.
Dr. Owen is Archivist for Regional History at the University of Louisville’s Archives and Special Collections. He leads talks and tours on Louisville history and recently began Remnants, a history series jointly sponsored by the Frazier History Museum and UofL.
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Founded in 1976, Family Health Centers is a federally qualified health center serving nearly 40,000 individuals annually through multiple locations across Louisville. As the organization celebrates its 50th anniversary, this leadership transition reflects both continuity and confidence in the future of community-based care. Learn more at www.fhclouisville.org.