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The Augusta Museum of History Provides Innovative Programs for All Ages

BROWN BAG LECTURES

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

HUNT FOR HISTORY

WHITE GLOVE DINNERS


	2012 Brown Bag History Lecture Series February 1, 2012 Major Headlines Since 1937 Presentin the headlines (turning points) and their stories from the past 75 years: locally, nationally, and internationally. Mike Ryan, Editorial Editor Augusta Chronicle March 7, 2012 Water, Water Everywhere, the Anniversary of the 1912 Flood The presentation will focus on the disaster and its aftermath. Carol Waggoner-Angleton, Archivist Reese Library, Augusta State University April 11, 2012 100 Years Ago the Titanic Sank On the fateful day, April 15, 1912, an "unsinkable" ship collided with an iceberg. Learn about the ship and one of the Augusta's own who was a passenger. Dr. Russell Brown May 2, 2012 Changes in Augusta in the Last 75 Years, My Observations One man's reflections of the happenings in the CSRA. Bill Kirby, Writer and Reporter Augusta Chronicle June 6, 2012 The Early Museum Collections There was an electic mix of artifacts that included natural history, history, and art from the area and throughout the world. Amanda Klaus, Registrar Augusta Museum of History July 11, 2012 Titleholders Tournament and the Beginning of the LPGA The Titelholders Tournament began in Augusta, GA seventy-five years ago at the Augusta Country Club. Bill Bottomley September 5, 2012 Where People Work An overview of the development of businesses in Augusta since the 1930's. Sue Parr, President and CEO Metro Chamber of Commerce October 3, 2012 Seventy-Five Years of Change in Augusta A historical overview of change in Augusta. Dr. Lee Ann Caldwell, Director of the Center for the Study of Georgia History Augusta State University November 7, 2012 Augusta and Aviation In celebration of National Aviation History Month, the presentation will highlight the advances in aviation in Augusta, GA, especiallyat Augusta Regional Airport, Bush Field. Diane Johnston, Director of Marketing Augusta Regional Airport, Bush Field Bring a lunch; beverages provided. Refreshments are served at 11:30 am. Lecture runs from 12:30 - 1:00 pm Free to AMH members/$3 for non-members Reservations not required
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	Special Programs Holdiay Gingerbread Village For the 7th year, the Augusta Museum of History is proud to present an experience to delight the senses...the annual Holiday Gingerbread Village!! Thursday, November 15 through Sunday, November 25 in the Museum's Rotunda Each historic-themed gingerbread creation will be available through silent auction, with proceeds benefiting Museum programs and exhibitions. The display and the opportunity to bid on the structures are FREE to the public during regular Museum hours. The week of Monday, November 19 through Sunday, November 25, the Museum will be open to the public with an exception of Thanksgiving Day, which will be closed. Hours: November, 15 - November 25, 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday, November 18 and 25, 1pm - 5pm *ALL ABOARD!!!* THE POLAR EXPRESS Date - Sunday December 9th & 16th Get up, get on, and get ready for the ride of your life. The story of the Polar Express will be performed to the delight of the young passengers. At the end: All will Believe!! Two Performances per date: 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. on the passenger car in the Museum's Transportaion exhibit area. Cost is $5 (children must be in their pajamas and must have thier "Golden Ticket" to board the train) No adults will board the train. Space is limited to 36 children per performance. Golden Tickets will be on Sale October 1, 2012!!! Limit (2) tickets per adult - tickets can be purchased Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (All accompanying adults will be charged regular admission - if a member of the Museum, the adult will not be charged.) After each performance, children and their parents will be treated with hot chocolate and cookies in the Museum's Rotunda courtesy of Tastefully Yours, LLC. (with an apprearance from a special Christmas guest!!!)
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	Voices of the Past - Museum Theater *The Other Tubmans* - The character in The Other Tubmans, tells a story that explains the connection between local Tubman slaves freed in the 1830s and William Tubman, who served as Liberia, Africa's longest running President from 1944-1971. February 4, March 3, and April 14, 2012 Performances at 12 noon, 12:30 pm, and 1:30 pm. Free with Museum admission. *A Petersburg Boat Pilot* - Based on oral histories provided by Elberton, Georgia resident, Mr. "Buck" Balchin, abou this grandfather, James Henry Balchin, who crewed and piloted cotton boats from Petersburg to Augusta from the mid-ninteenth century until 1900. February 18, March 17, and April 7, 2012 Performances at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm. Free with Museum admission.
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	Annual Jimmie Dyess Symposium The symposium was created and developed to recognize Marine Lieutenant Colonel Jimmie Dyess's courage as both a citizen and a soldier of the United States and to identify others who have shown similar valor or made civic contributions above and beyond the call of duty. The symposium includes talks by several distinguished individuals, including the yearly recipient of the Jimmie Dyess Distinguished American Award. The Symposium is held every January. 2013 Date TBD
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	White Glove Dinners A small group is treated to a special interactive behind-the-scenes experience in the Museum's collections. Guests don white gloves and examine artifacts, manuscripts, map, and photographs that document a specific time in the regions' history. The first half of the evening is spent in the Knox Center Research Center, studying materials and learning aspects of preservation methods and procedures. This is followed by discussion and dinner in the Rotunda. This event is invitation only. If you would like to be added to the invitation list for a White Glove Dinner, please email amh@augustamuseum.org.
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