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14th Colony: The Forgotten Story of the Gulf South During America's Revolutionary Era by Mike Bunn

Mike Bunn

The presentation was at the Mobile Area Civil War Roundtable on 01/18/2021. Video recorded by Paula Webb, Outreach Librarian at the University of South Alabama.
Rua Flores Inspired Hats by Valerie V. Case

Valerie V. Case

A discussion with Valerie V. Case about Rua Flores Inspired Hats as part of USA Libraries Art Galleries' artist of the week.
Jacob M. Dew

Jacob M. Dew

Interview with USA Student, Jacob M. Dew, on February 2, 2021. Part of USA Libraries Art Galleries Artist of the Week.
Freedom Through Artistry: A Virtual Poetry Event

Willie Dinnish

On June 28, 2021, in celebration of the new nationally recognized holiday, Juneteenth, the USA Libraries supported the online readings of the Emancipation Proclamation, General Report No.3, and poetry readings. This event was organized by Willie Dinnish, owner of the Black Ink Coalition.
Basics of Vegetable Gardening

Sally Pearsall Ericson and Jack LeCroy

Presentation by Jack LeCroy, Alabama Cooperative Extension System, February 10, 2021, at Bellingrath Gardens & Home.
Azaleas in Bloom

Sally Pearsall Ericson and Paula Webb

On March 26th, 2021 we visited Bellingrath Gardens and captured the Azaleas in bloom! Recorded by Paula Webb, Librarian, USA Libraries.
Garland Farwell

Garland Farwell and Kristin C. Law

Discussion with Garland Farwell about his art, particularly his wooden quilts and sculptures. Part of USA Libraries Galleries Artist of the Week.
A History of Mobile in 22 Objects

Meg McCrummen Fowler and Sally Pearsall Ericson

The History Museum of Mobile's new exhibit is 22 distinctive items representing more than 300 years of Mobile history. Presented by Meg McCrummen Fower, Museum Director. Recorded at Bellingrath Gardens & Home as part of their Winter Wednesdays: 01/27/2021 by Paula Webb, Librarian, University of South Alabama Libraries.
Stephen James

Stephen James and Kristin C. Law

The USA Libraries Art Galleries Artist of the Week, Stephen James of Black Belt Treasures.
Chasely Matmanivong

Chasely Matmanivong

Chasely, a recent Judson College Graduate, shares about her senior project, her future goals, and how art has influenced her life. Her art holds bold colors and firm brush strokes as she discusses the form.
China Mania, with Tom McGehee

Tom McGehee and Sally Pearsall Ericson

Bellingrath Gardens Wonderful Wednesdays June 30, 2021 Visitors to the Home consistently rave about Miss Bessie's china collection. Join Tom McGehee as he highlights the provenance, patterns, manufacturers, and history of these unique pieces.
History of 1802 Old Government Street in Mobile, Alabama

Bryant Olson and Paula L. Webb

The current owner, Bryant Olson, of 1802 Old Government Street located in Mobile, Alabama, shares the history of the home with Paula Webb, Librarian, at the University of South Alabama Libraries.
Growing Cascade Chrysanthemums

Chuck Owens and Sally Pearsall Ericson

See what goes into producing the largest outdoor display of cascading chrysanthemums in the country. Chuck Owens, Director of Horticulture, leads a behind-the-scenes tour of the Bellingrath mum production.

Recorded by Paula Webb, Librarian, University of South Alabama July 12, 2021.
Winter Garden Walk at Bellingrath Gardens and Home

Chuck Owens and Sally Pearsall Ericson

As a part of Bellingrath's Winter Wednesdays, enjoy the tour of the gardens from February 3, 2021.
Mary Palmer

Mary Palmer

Meet our Author of the week, Mary Palmer, as we talk about her latest book and getting published.
Abe Partridge

Abe Partridge

Welcome USA Libraries Art Galleries Talk with Abe Partridge! Abe was interviewed by Paul Campbell on April 21, 2021, at the Mobile Arts Council Exhibit in Mobile, Alabama. Enjoy as these two artists discuss Abe Partridge's story and art.
Apollo Shepherd, USA Libraries Art Galleries Artist of the Week

Apollo Shepherd

Join us as we Interview Apollo Shepherd! Apollo discusses his interest in horror art and animation. Through the love a horror creature type themes Apollo's work shows a bold graphic style with high saturated colors to add to its otherworldly forms.
The Life of Leon Schwarz Mobile's Interwar Mayor

Susan Thomas

Susan Thomas, Archivist at the Springhill Avenue Temple, tells the story of one of Mobile, Alabama's mayors, Leon Schwarz.

Contact Susan Thomas to learn more! 1-251-478-0415 susanthomas1744@comcast.net
Mike Turner

Mike Turner

A discussion with Mike Turner about his poetry, as part of USA Libraries Art Galleries Artist of the Week.
The Biodiversity of Our Gulf

Dr. John Valentine and Sally Pearsall Ericson

Dr. John Valentine, Executive Director of the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, discussed the biodiversity of the Gulf of Mexico and the importance of protecting its rich resources. Recorded by Paula Webb, Librarian, June 16th, 2021 Bellingrath Gardens Wonderful Wednesdays
Origins of Azaleas

Maarten van der Giessen and Sally Pearsall Ericson

Presented by Maarten van der Giessen at Bellingrath Gardens and Home, February 17, 2021. Recorded by Paula Webb, Librarian, University of South Alabama Libraries.
Life in Mobile during the Civil War

Paula Webb

Paula Lenor Webb, a tenured Librarian at the University of South Alabama, discussed her research on Mobile's history during the Civil War. Webb is the author of Mobile Under Siege: Surviving the Union Blockade and Such a Woman: The Life of Madame Octavia Walton LeVert.
1902 School House Plaque Dedication

Paula Webb, Diane Moore, and Carolyn Owens

This is a recording of the School House Plaque Dedication at Semmes Heritage Park, August 26th, 2021. Recorded by Paula Webb, Librarian, USA Libraries
Both Side of the Old Road

Andrew Widener

USA Libraries Art Galleries Writers of the Week, Andrew and Nicholas Widener talk about the creation of their book, Both Side of the Old Road, and the family history behind its creation.
Rita Williams

Rita Williams and Kristin C. Law

Welcome the USA Libraries Art Galleries Artist of the Week, Rita Williams! Within this interview she discusses her unique story and colorful artworks.