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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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Author Interview with Brian D. Anderson

Brian D. Anderson

Brian D. Anderson was our feature artist of the week, October 19th - 23rd, 2020.
USA Libraries Art Galleries Art Talk with Photographer, Cindy Stanfield

Cindy Stanfield

Online interview with photographer, City Stanfield.