EXHIBIT – Cedric Smith: Horsepower
Paul R. Jones Museum 2308 6th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesThe Paul R. Jones Museum is proud to present Cedric Smith: Horsepower, an exhibition of new work by the artist which will be on view from First Friday, October 7 through December 9, 2022. Cedric Smith will visit Tuscaloosa, Thursday, November 3, at 4:30 p.m., to present a talk in the Camellia Room of Gorgas Library, as part of the Paul R. Jones Lecture Series. There will be an artist’s reception on First Friday, November 4, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., [...]
DARDEN LECTURE – Dr. Cassandra Quave
North Lawn Hall, Room 2005 221 Hackberry Lane, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesHosted by the Department of Biological Sciences, Dr. Cassandra Quave will present the 2022 Darden Lecture titled "The Plant Hunter: A Scientist's Quest for Nature's Next Medicines." Plants are the basis for an array of lifesaving and health-improving medicines we all now take for granted. Ever taken an aspirin? Thank a willow tree for that. What about medicines for malaria? Some of those are derived from cinchona and wormwood. In today’s world of synthetic pharmaceuticals, many people have forgotten this [...]
LECTURE – Philosophy Today Lecture Series: Dr. Elliot Sober
ten Hoor Hall 125 350 Marrs Spring Road, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesThe University of Alabama’s Department of Philosophy has invited Dr. Elliot Sober (The University of Wisconsin, Madison) to present a talk, “Darwin and Intelligent Design” on December 1, 2022 from 7:30pm-9:00pm in ten Hoor Hall, room 125. This event is open to the public and all are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Lesley Perkins at lpperkins@ua.edu.
PERFORMANCE – “The Imaginary Invalid”
Marian Gallaway Theatre 348 Stadium Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesArgan is a hypochondriac whose medical bills are the largest expense in his pocketbook. To save money, he decides to marry his oldest daughter, Angelique, to an up-and-coming doctor, Thomas. What better way to get free check-ups? Angelique refuses the marriage because she loves another. This forces Argan to give her an ultimatum: marry Thomas or join a convent. In a story filled with mistaken identities, tumultuous relationships, and one clever servant, will Angelique marry or does a convent await her? [...]
EXHIBIT – Out of Thin Air: Microscopic Journeys Through Cosmic Landscapes
Garland Hall 103, Sarah Moody Gallery of Art 700 Capstone Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesThe Sarah Moody Gallery of Art is proud to present the exhibition, Rebecca Rutstein: Out of Thin Air: Microscopic Journeys Through Cosmic Landscapes. The exhibition will run from September 8 through October 14, 2022. Rutstein will present a public lecture on Thursday, September 8, at 3:30 p.m. in the Yellowhammer Room on the second floor of Gorgas Library. After the lecture, there will be a reception for the artist in the Sarah Moody Gallery of Art, 103 Garland Hall, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. [...]
Moundville Native American Festival 2022
Moundville Archaeological Park 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL, United StatesThe Moundville Native American Festival at the Moundville Archaeological Park celebrates its 34th year by reflecting on the past and celebrating how far the event has come! Make a trip to the park on October 12-15 for Native American performers, demonstrators, and Living History teachers to celebrate Native American culture. Learn more about the festival on the Moundville website.
EXHIBIT – Cedric Smith: Horsepower
Paul R. Jones Museum 2308 6th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesThe Paul R. Jones Museum is proud to present Cedric Smith: Horsepower, an exhibition of new work by the artist which will be on view from First Friday, October 7 through December 9, 2022. Cedric Smith will visit Tuscaloosa, Thursday, November 3, at 4:30 p.m., to present a talk in the Camellia Room of Gorgas Library, as part of the Paul R. Jones Lecture Series. There will be an artist’s reception on First Friday, November 4, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., [...]
PERFORMANCE – “The Imaginary Invalid”
Marian Gallaway Theatre 348 Stadium Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesArgan is a hypochondriac whose medical bills are the largest expense in his pocketbook. To save money, he decides to marry his oldest daughter, Angelique, to an up-and-coming doctor, Thomas. What better way to get free check-ups? Angelique refuses the marriage because she loves another. This forces Argan to give her an ultimatum: marry Thomas or join a convent. In a story filled with mistaken identities, tumultuous relationships, and one clever servant, will Angelique marry or does a convent await her? [...]
Moundville Native American Festival 2022
Moundville Archaeological Park 634 Mound State Parkway, Moundville, AL, United StatesThe Moundville Native American Festival at the Moundville Archaeological Park celebrates its 34th year by reflecting on the past and celebrating how far the event has come! Make a trip to the park on October 12-15 for Native American performers, demonstrators, and Living History teachers to celebrate Native American culture. Learn more about the festival on the Moundville website.
EXHIBIT – Cedric Smith: Horsepower
Paul R. Jones Museum 2308 6th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL, United StatesThe Paul R. Jones Museum is proud to present Cedric Smith: Horsepower, an exhibition of new work by the artist which will be on view from First Friday, October 7 through December 9, 2022. Cedric Smith will visit Tuscaloosa, Thursday, November 3, at 4:30 p.m., to present a talk in the Camellia Room of Gorgas Library, as part of the Paul R. Jones Lecture Series. There will be an artist’s reception on First Friday, November 4, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., [...]