Black Belt Archives

07/17/2023

Learn about National Heritage Areas and the story behind Alabama’s Black Belt National Heritage Area


National heritage areas are some of the country’s most beloved hidden gems. In this episode of The Secret Lives of Parks listen to three of the people who know these distinctive destinations best and who worked for decades to create two of our seven newest sites.

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National heritage areas are some of the country’s most beloved hidden gems. In this episode, we feature three of the people who know these distinctive destinations best and who worked for decades to create two of our seven newest sites.

03/09/2023

Don’t miss the upcoming Sucarnochee Folklife Festival on Saturday, April 15, 2023. The Sucarnochee Folklike Festival showcases the artists, food, music, and culture of the Black Belt. Bring your friends and family to this once a year celebration of our community.

01/24/2023

Dr. Ashley Dumas will be at Dog Street today at 6:30 to discuss the search for Mabila: The Holy Grail of Alabama Archaeology.

01/13/2023

Tune in to ESPN's TrueSouth this Sunday at 7pm central time to catch Diamond Jim's and Taste of India being featured on the show!

10/19/2016

Well, today was my last day as archivist for the Black Belt Archives. I can't believe today is here and happening. I want to thank everyone in the Division of Economic Development and Outreach, at the University of West Alabama, the city of Livingston, and Sumter County for being so welcoming and supportive during my time here for almost four years.

I'd also like to thank all of my colleagues, advocates, and local historians around the Black Belt region and state of Alabama for getting me involved in so many activities, programs, conferences, and societies. You all have influenced me so deeply, Alabama will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you so much and although I move onto a new adventure, I will cherish everything I've learned here.

10/17/2016

Tuesday program, "A Playbook for Preservation: Caring for your Sports Memorabilia!" Come to the Tutwiler Conference Center tomorrow at 6 p.m. to hear from experts from the Alabama Dept. of Archives and History.

10/10/2016

Do you play sports in high school or college? Are you on any intramural teams or leagues? Does learning about sports medicine and athletic training interest you? Well, we have the event for you! October 11th 6 p.m. at the Coffee Shop on Monroe.

10/04/2016

Come to the Tutwiler conference center in Lyon Hall tonight at 6 p.m. to hear from an archaeologist who has done research at Rickwood Field in Birmingham! Should be a very interesting program! Open to the public, come one, come all!

10/01/2016

It's OCTOBER, American Archives Month! This year, we are celebrating our state's material heritage through "Made in Alabama." Keep a lookout for exciting events and special programs during this month happening all over the state of Alabama. My favorite day during will be October 5th, day on Twitter. Everyone is encouraged to ask questions and archivists will respond with informative answers! Think of something you've been wanting to know about and ASK!

09/30/2016

This Tuesday at 6 p.m. Dr. Duke Beasley from the University of Alabama will be coming to UWA's Tutwiler conference center to discuss his archaeological research at Rickwood FIeld! Don't miss this great program associated with the exhibit at the Black Belt Museum. Don't forget to stop by the Museum before October 31 to see the exhibit!

09/29/2016

Stop by the Caf tomorrow morning for the Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser!

09/23/2016

Come by the Fish Fry tomorrow for some good food and football!