Mission statement: The Kentucky Heritage Emergency Response Network (KHERN) prevents and mitigates the loss of cultural resources in the event of disasters by serving as a state-wide emergency management resource. KHERN bridges national and state resources to local arts and culture organizations and artists by providing:

• emergency management information and trainings before, during, and after a disaster;
• holding network member and participant meetings and convenings; and
• advocating for the importance of supporting arts and culture emergency management for the benefit of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.