Dawson Springs Chamber to Host Luncheon Honoring Renowned Chef Camille Glennn

The event will celebrate the life and culinary legacy of the Kentucky food historian and native of Dawson Springs.

Mar. 20, 2026 at 5:30pm

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The Dawson Springs Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a luncheon next Tuesday to honor Dawson Springs native and renowned Kentucky food historian Camille Hamby Glenn. The event is part of the America 250 Kentucky celebration and will feature a menu inspired by Glenn's acclaimed southern cooking. Following the luncheon, attendees will receive updates on community, economic, and school developments in Dawson Springs.

Why it matters

Camille Hamby Glenn is recognized as Kentucky's most celebrated gourmet chef and the queen of southern cooking. The luncheon serves as a tribute to her culinary legacy and impact on the local community where she was born and raised.

The details

The luncheon menu will feature dishes inspired by Camille Hamby Glenn's renowned culinary creations. The event is a fundraiser sponsored by the Dawson Springs Area Chamber of Commerce, with all proceeds supporting upcoming Chamber events like Christmas celebrations, the Jingle and Mingle, and prizes for the Christmas Parade.

  • The luncheon will be held next Tuesday.
  • The luncheon is part of the America 250 Kentucky celebration.

The players

Camille Hamby Glenn

A Dawson Springs native recognized as Kentucky's most celebrated gourmet chef and the queen of southern cooking.

Jenny Sewell

The Chamber President and Mayor of Dawson Springs.

Henry Gordon Hamby

Camille Hamby Glenn's father and the owner of the Hamby Hotel in Dawson Springs.

Iva Isabel McGregor Hamby

Camille Hamby Glenn's mother, who cooked nourishing, freshly prepared meals for hotel guests.

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What they’re saying

“The luncheon menu will feature dishes inspired by Camille's renowned culinary creations.”

— Jenny Sewell, Chamber President and Mayor

“Following the luncheon, attendees will hear updates on community, economic, and school developments.”

— Jenny Sewell, Chamber President and Mayor

What’s next

The luncheon and special tribute to Camille Hamby Glenn will be held at the Dawson Springs Community Center. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with 100 seats available.

The takeaway

This luncheon celebrates the life and culinary legacy of Dawson Springs native Camille Hamby Glenn, a renowned Kentucky food historian and gourmet chef who is recognized as the queen of southern cooking. The event serves as a tribute to her impact on the local community and the region's culinary traditions.