In a recent controversy that has sparked outrage among parents and community members, Planned Parenthood has been barred from participating in events at the Kentucky Science Center following an incident where sexually explicit coloring books were distributed to children during a museum event.

According to a report by CBN News, the incident took place during a field trip to the interactive science museum in Louisville, Kentucky, attended by children aged 8 to 13.

Planned Parenthood, a known provider of reproductive health services and sexual education, was present at the event and reportedly handed out coloring books that contained graphic illustrations of male and female genitalia, alongside activities such as crosswords and word searches related to sexual education.

The materials, described as “adult” in nature, were deemed wildly inappropriate for the young audience.

The backlash was swift. The Christian Post reported that hundreds of children received these materials, prompting immediate concern from parents and educators.

Initially, Planned Parenthood denied responsibility for distributing the coloring books, but the organization later issued an apology, admitting that a staff member had “inadvertently” provided the items.

Fox News highlighted this shift, noting that the apology came only after mounting pressure and evidence contradicted their initial claims.

The network quoted Planned Parenthood’s statement: “We have learned that a staff member inadvertently distributed an item that wouldn’t typically be used in a setting like this.”

The Kentucky Science Center, a popular educational venue for families, responded decisively.

As reported by The Daily Citizen, the museum declared that Planned Parenthood was “no longer welcome” at its facility, effectively severing ties with the organization.

The decision was met with approval from many in the community who felt the incident crossed a line. “Can’t say I’m surprised,” the outlet remarked, reflecting a sentiment that Planned Parenthood’s involvement in such an event was ill-judged from the start.

Legal advocacy group ADF (Alliance Defending Freedom) also weighed in, with coverage in The Christian Post emphasizing the scale of the distribution—hundreds of children exposed to the explicit content—and raising questions about oversight and accountability.

ADF’s reporting underscored the graphic nature of the coloring books, which included not only anatomical drawings but also what some described as “pro-Planned Parenthood propaganda.”

The incident has fueled broader discussions about age-appropriate education and the role of organizations like Planned Parenthood in public spaces meant for children.

Not the Bee pointedly asked, “Why do these ‘errors’ keep happening?” echoing a sentiment found across social media posts on X, where users expressed skepticism about the “inadvertent” nature of the distribution and criticized Planned Parenthood for what they saw as a pattern of overreach.

Planned Parenthood’s apology has done little to quell the controversy.

As CBN News noted in its headline, “Planned Parenthood Given the Boot After Handing Sexually Graphic Coloring Book to Kids at Museum,” the organization’s ejection from the Kentucky Science Center marks a significant public relations blow.

The museum has not indicated whether it will pursue further action, but the incident has already left a lasting impression on its reputation as a family-friendly institution.