Kentucky Rifle Association – "Not only is the American longrifle a significant historical artificat, it is also one of the finest forms of pure American art ever produced be this country."

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The Kentucky Rifle Association is a non-profit
corporation organized to establish a permanent
international organization for promotion of the
pleasure and recreation of its members
interested in the collection and preservation of
the Kentucky Rifle, Kentucky Pistol and related
accoutrements.

KRA Bulletins

Featuring current and archived editions of the Bulletin, published 3 times a year. Read about guns, gunmakers and their history.

Moravian Gunmaking II

Hard cover book by Robert Paul Lienemann and published by The Kentucky Rifle Association:

Robert Lienemann and team extend their previous pioneering study focusing on the gun shops at Bethlehem and Christian’s Spring 1750-1790
Photos and descriptions of over 20 long guns and pistols, including two unpublished Oerter rifles, one in “as new” condition
224 pages with high quality photos – most in color, plus sketches and critical dimensions
Great reference for collectors, builders, restorers, and historians

Members Only

Members may login here for access to the current KRA Membership directory and to update their personal listings.

Regional Shows

Information for upcoming shows is presented here for convenience; however, the KRA is not affiliated in any way with the planning or presentation of any regional longrifle or gun show.

Riflemakers

A searchable listing of riflemakers in the Kentucky Rifle Foundation database. Search specific makers by name, their state, or school. Click on the area of interest and a new list will be displayed.

Upcoming Events

Listings of Kentucky Rifle Foundation exhibits and related topics.

Huntingdon Rifles Exhibit – September 14, 2024
Saturday, September 14^th – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

KRA members & private collectors will meet at the Isett Heritage Museum in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, displaying approximately 75 longrifles and pistols—the largest ever public display of guns from that region—as well as accoutrements and objects from some Huntingdon gunmakers’ shops. This county-wide “Free Museum Day” features free admission. For more information, contact Denny Donharl or the Isett Heritage Museum at (814) 643–9600 or isettacres.com.

Membership Information

Membership is by invitation and is available to persons interested in the collection, preservation and/or study of original Kentucky Rifles, Pistols and Accessories. Learn more about membership.