Sponsors     Special thanks to the following Corporate and Patron business sponsors for their outstanding support and dedication to the McCreary County Museum.
 

Bank of McCreary County "Founded in 1906, Bank of McCreary County was chartered with the express intent of providing the community with a bank to call its own. For generations, Bank of McCreary County has been proud to set the standard in responsive, personal banking service as the oldest business in McCreary County. The Bank of McCreary County  believes in playing their part in strengthening our community. This is why they strive to take an interest in our local schools and other organizations with programs like the McCreary Central Bank project at McCreary Central High School and donations to local schools. These are just part of our efforts to give back to our customers and to say thank you for making them your community bank."

Crabtree Wilson Insurance Agency “We're Not The Best Because We're The Oldest. We're The Oldest Because We're The Best.” "Since 1924, Crabtree Wilson Insurance Agency has been serving McCreary County and the rest of Kentucky and Tennessee . We appreciate the business we have received over the years. Our office is located in the South Fork Shopping Center on U.S. Highway 27 in Whitley City , Kentucky . We are always available to offer you personal, one-on-one help. We realize that customer loyalty comes only from good service – that means we must be responsive, friendly and knowledgeable.  Your total satisfaction is our number one priority. We always take the time to listen to your needs and desires, and find the perfect policy for you. At Crabtree Wilson, finding the right policy is only the beginning. We also assist in placing your business with companies that understand your needs, whether it be a single auto or a multi-state business. Our employees are trained to handle all insurance challenges.  We look forward to servicing you, your family and your business. Call us at 606-376-5321 or email us today."

McCreary County Funeral Home    "Serving the people of McCreary County since 1972." "The McCreary County Funeral Home began in May of 1972.  The corporation was formed by Chester “Happy” Jones, Maxine Jones, William “Bill” Marnhout and Kathleen Marnhout.  With the establishment, “Happy” went on to become part-owner and president of the funeral home.  After three years when “Happy” passed away in October 1975, his shares of stock passed to Leroy Crabtree, brother to Maxine and Kathleen. In 1991, the corporation merged with the Loewen Group and Maxine continued as manager until 1994.  Then in 1998 Jimmy Waters become manager of the funeral home.  In 2001, Maxine became owner and since then she and husband Jimmy Waters have become partners in the corporation. Their full time staff as of 2006 includes Phyllis Hall, Rev. Daniel Ridener, Darvin Perry, and Greg Goodin as a part-time employee." See the Museum Gift Shop to Purchase the McCreary County Funeral Home Records.

Outdoor Venture Corporation "Outdoor Venture Corporation, a prime modular military tent manufacturer and supplier to the United States Department of Defense (DOD) since 1984, is an ISO Q9001-2000 Compliant, HUBZone Certified Small Business located in Stearns, KY. Since 1972, Outdoor Venture, along with its subsidiaries, has manufactured and supplied a wide range of products, including tents, both commercial (family and recreational) and military, sleeping bags, and hunting products. The company was also one of the first suppliers of automotive air bags in the United States. J.C. Egnew, co-founder of Outdoor Venture, currently serves as the Chairman and President of the company."

Pine Knot Funeral Home "Honoring Timeless Tradition with Contemporary Service." "Pine Knot Funeral Home Inc., was established in late 1994 as a result of a business venture of Mr. D. H. Campbell. The original investors of the company were Mr. and Mrs. D.H. Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Larry Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Stephens and Mr. and Mrs. Tony Cordell. Through some transitions, the company today is owned by Larry and Debbie Campbell and Greg Burdine. Debbie Campbell serves as the companies President and Treasurer and Greg Burdine serves as Vice President and General Manager.  Both Campbell and Burdine are licensed funeral directors in Kentucky and Tennessee, and both manage the day to day affairs of the funeral home. In addition, the funeral home also employs Earnest B. Duncan, Pat King and Cleda Gray as attendants."