Stories Tagged ‘Museums’ 
Ancient Indian Technique Showcased at UA’s Moundville Park
Learn from some of the country’s finest stone craftsmen how to make arrowheads, spear points and hundreds of other stone tools as they meet to demonstrate and teach their skill and sell their wares at the Moundville Knap-In from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 8 and 9 at The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park.
Pottery Stands Out in Gathering at UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park
"Fusing Red Earth," a gathering and exhibition of potters, scholars, museum professionals and others interested in Southeastern Indian pottery, will be from Wednesday, March 28, to Saturday, March, 31, at Moundville Archaeological Park, part of The University of Alabama Museums.
Award-Winning Renovation Gives New Shine to UA’s Historic Gorgas House Museum
A recent renovation of The University of Alabama Gorgas House Museum has been recognized as a top project by two national building groups.
Award-Winning Band Highlights UA’s Moundville Native American Festival
Injunuity, the Native American Music Award-winning band, highlights the 2011 Moundville Native American Festival from Wednesday, Oct. 5, to Saturday, Oct. 8, at The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park.
Knap-in Event Returns to UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park
The Moundville Knap-in, which celebrates Native American crafts and games, returns Friday, March 11 through Sunday, March 13 at the The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Musem.
UA Museum to Present ‘Ghost Bird’ Documentary
UA's Alabama Museum of Natural History will host a screening of "Ghost Bird," the documentary by Scott Crocker, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 29, in room 205 of Smith Hall on The University of Alabama campus.
Music, Crafts and Culture: UA’s Moundville Native American Festival Returns
Two Native American Music Award winners – Muscogee flutist Billy Whitefox and Cherokee guitarist and vocalist Michael Jacobs – highlight this year's Moundville Native American Festival, from Wednesday, Oct. 6 to Saturday, Oct. 9 at The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park.
UA Museum’s ‘Discovering Alabama’ Program Wins Emmy
“Discovering Alabama,” a production of The University of Alabama's Alabama Museum of Natural History and its Center for Public Television and Radio, has received an Emmy Award for the program “Discovering Alabama: Alabama in Space.”
UA Museum Expedition Uncovers Post-Civil War History
Participants of the 32nd annual University of Alabama Museum Expedition are uncovering the remnants of the historic house site of Josiah and Amelia Gayle Gorgas in Brierfield.
UA’s Moundville Celebration Marks Reopening of Museum
Living history and craft demonstrations, music, dance, children's activities and crafts will help visitors celebrate the reopening of Jones Archaeological Museum at Moundville Archaeological Park.
UA Completes Challenge Grant from The Kresge Foundation
The University of Alabama has completed the requirements to receive a $200,000 grant from The Kresge Foundation to help renovate and expand the Jones Archaeological Museum at Moundville Archaeological Park.
After $5 Million Renovation, UA Museum Brings Ancient Moundville Culture to Life
Telling a story – that's what a 10-year, $5 million renovation of the Jones Archaeological Museum at Moundville Archaeological Park is about. The museum, about to reopen to the public after being closed for nearly two years, combines the latest technology with more than 200 stunning artifacts to describe one of the most significant Native American archaeological sites in the United States.
What’s in the Box? UA’s Alabama Museum of Natural History to Reveal Time Capsule
During a Smith Hall Homecoming celebration from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 10, a time capsule placed in the hall's cornerstone will be opened. The event celebrates the 100th anniversary of Smith Hall, home of UA Museums' Alabama Museum of Natural History.
Making a Point: Knap-in Returns to UA’s Moundville Park
Stone toolmakers, artists who work with primitive techniques, and technology specialists will demonstrate and sell their works at The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park, Friday, March 12 through Sunday, March 14, at the 10th Knap-in and Primitive Arts Meet.
From ‘Earth to the Universe’ Exhibit Opens at UA Museum
The University of Alabama's Museum of Natural History is pleased to announce the opening of "From Earth to the Universe," a photographic exhibit on display in the Museum's Atrium Gallery.
UA’s Moundville Native American Festival Revels in Music, Crafts, Culture
Two Native American Music Award winners highlight this year’s Moundville Native American Festival, from Wednesday, Oct. 7 to Saturday, Oct. 10, at The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park.
Volunteers Sought for 2009 Native American Festival at UA’s Moundville Park
The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park needs volunteers for this year's Moundville Native American Festival, from Wednesday, Oct. 7, through Saturday, Oct. 10.
Artist Sews Genius, Heritage into UA’s Moundville Museum Exhibit
Jay McGirt is sewing thousands of feathers onto a piece of burlap. It's part of an exhibit depicting a Native American wedding scene to be displayed at The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park museum.
Saturdays in June Offer Fun, Learning at UA’s Moundville Park
The University of Alabama's Moundville Archaeological Park offers theme-oriented demonstrations and lectures along with hands-on activities for kids from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday in June.
‘Headwaters,’ A Book Celebrating Alabama’s Rivers, to be Subject of Talk, Signing at UA’s Natural History Museum
“Headwaters: A Journey on Alabama Rivers,” a new book from The University of Alabama Press presenting one photographer’s exploration of Alabama’s waterways, will be the subject of a talk, signing and reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at the Alabama Museum of Natural History in Smith Hall on The University of Alabama campus.
UA’s Moundville Park Reveals Secrets of Native-American Arrow and Spear Points in Family-Friendly Knap-in Event
Stone toolmakers, artists who work with primitive techniques and technology specialists demonstrate and sell their works at The University of Alabama’s Moundville Archaeological Park, Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14, at its ninth Knap-in and Primitive Arts Meet.
UA’s Moundville Archaeological Park Seeks Volunteers, Offers Docents Training Class
The University of Alabama Museums’ Moundville Archaeological Park is recruiting volunteers to help staff its education programs for a growing number of visitors.
Native American Festival at UA’s Moundville Park Named One of Top 10 Events for Alabama History in 2009
Historical festivals and celebrations are the focus of the 2009 Top 10 Events released by the Alabama Tourism Department. October’s Moundville Native American Festival, staged at The University of Alabama Museums’ Moundville Archaeological Park, makes the list this year along with other venerable festivals around the state.
UA Receives Challenge Grant from The Kresge Foundation
The University of Alabama has received a $200,000 challenge grant from The Kresge Foundation that will be used to help renovate and expand the Jones Archaeological Museum at Moundville Archaeological Park.
UA’s Museum Expedition Continues Archaeological Dig at Tannehill Ironworks
The University of Alabama’s Alabama Museum of Natural History continues its effort to discover the history buried beneath the Tannehill Historical Ironworks State Park from Wednesday, June 4 to Wednesday, June 25, through its 30th Annual Museum Expedition.