Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Alabama History & Culture News: August 31 edition


 

Here's the latest batch of links to just-published Alabama history and culture articles. Most of these items are from newspapers, with others from magazines and TV and radio station websites. Some articles may be behind a paywall. Enjoy!



Local Pelham author sells over 100000 copies - Shelby County Reporter
The book was adapted into a major motion picture starring Gerard Butler ... writer and is grateful to reach his Alabama based audience and to have ...
[Don Keith]


Little Professor opening second location in Pepper Place | Bham Now
One of Alabama's oldest independent bookstores is growing. #books #retail #independentbookstore #Birminghamal.

Books We Love: Recommended reading for nonfiction - NPR
I cover the American South for NPR, and I'm recommending Alabama journalist Ben Raines' book "The Last Slave Ship." It's the story of the Clotilda ...

Counties with the oldest homes in Alabama | State | selmasun.com
However, the tireless efforts of architectural preservationists and local historical societies have saved many of these homes from demolition, leading ...
Birthplace of late Congressman John Lewis now historic marker - WSFA
historic marker at the birthplace of late congressman John Lewis was unveiled in front of friends and family during a private ceremony.
Early settlers who rest in Magnolia Cemetery are, left, Malachi Riley born ... stories are featured in an 1893 Memorial Record of Alabama volume.
... of the Alabama Historical Commission's historical marker for China Grove-Pike ... He and his other descendants are buried in this cemetery.
OPEN NOW: The Haunted Book Shop reopens at new location in Downtown Mobile
It was open in Mobile for 50 years, but like all good things, the store came to an end in 1991. Advertisement. Alabama Launchpad. New beginnings.

Can't Miss Alabama: Fill up the weekend at Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival, Birmingham ...
27 to Birmingham's Historic 4th Avenue District downtown. The festival will bring together varied artists, vendors, food and entertainment.

Live at The Pillars: Mansion for sale in Lowndesboro - Montgomery Advertiser
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the Alabama Historic Register, it was also included in the 1934 Historic American Building ...

Black Belt Heritage Act could boost historic sites, outdoor recreation, tourism | News
The Alabama Black Belt Heritage Area Act is on the way to becoming law. If passed, it will be a major boost to historic sites and outdoor ...


First-ever Civil Rights Trail Market opens at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
“We have a rich history here. ... Lee Sentell, director of Alabama Tourism Department and author of the Official US Civil Rights Trail Book.


Alabama's Natural Bridge Park is a marvel
While little is known about its origins, Denton said it is another unique piece of Alabama's history on display at the park.


Little Green Men? The history behind Fyffe's UFO Days celebration - WHNT.com
Whatever you call UFOs, a small town in Northeast Alabama has a history of spotting them in the night sky – and it's inspired a full day of family ...

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