Title
Tuscaloosa Bicentennial Brochure
Subject
Bicentennial of Tuscaloosa (AL)
Description
A brochure prepared and published by the Tuscaloosa Bicentenial Commision concerning the activities planned to celebrate Tuscaloosa's bicentennial from December 13, 2018 through December 13, 2019.
In 2016 the City of Tuscaloosa appointed Mr. Tom Parker, Jr., Mr. Harrison Taylor, and Dr. Cathy Randall as co-chaires of the Tuscaloosa Bicentennial Commission.
Other members of the Commission were:
Dara Longgrear: Nominating
Elizabeth McGiffert: Events
Dr. Pam Parker: Development
Kelly Reinhart: Marketing/Communications
Don Stanley: Finance Chair
Robert Ennis: Legal
Dr. Kari Federickson: Education
Sarah Elizabeth Oms: Operations
Shelley Jones: Community Engagement
Lydia Black: Secretary
Text of Celebrate Column:
On December 13, 1819, a flourishing community on the banks of the Black Warrior River was officially incorporated and named for Chief Tuskaloosa, the legendary leader of a band of Muskogean-speaking people.
Two centuries later, Tuscaloosa has earned recognition around the world as a dynamic city with a unique quality of life. Throughour 2019, we are honoring our history and reflecting on new ways to create a better future for all citizens of Tuscaloosa. That is the mission of Tuscaloosa 200.
The Bicentennial is centered around a lively and inclusive 12-month calendar of events that is entertaining, educating, and engaging people of all ages. Along with official Tuscaloosa 200 activities, community organiations are presenting affiliated events featured on the Tuscaloosa 200 website: www.tuscaloosa200.com
Monthly Bicentennial themes higlight Tuscaloosa's unique role in the history of our state and nation. A Smartphone app, created in honor of the Bicentennial, takes participants on a driving and walking tour of the city. A community reading experience featruring the first comprehensive history of the city by acclaimed author Guy W. Hubbs, and innovative K-12 programming will create an enduring legacy for generations to come.
Please join the fun as we commemorate the 200th anniversary: a Year to Remember in Tuscaloosa, Alabama!
In 2016 the City of Tuscaloosa appointed Mr. Tom Parker, Jr., Mr. Harrison Taylor, and Dr. Cathy Randall as co-chaires of the Tuscaloosa Bicentennial Commission.
Other members of the Commission were:
Dara Longgrear: Nominating
Elizabeth McGiffert: Events
Dr. Pam Parker: Development
Kelly Reinhart: Marketing/Communications
Don Stanley: Finance Chair
Robert Ennis: Legal
Dr. Kari Federickson: Education
Sarah Elizabeth Oms: Operations
Shelley Jones: Community Engagement
Lydia Black: Secretary
Text of Celebrate Column:
On December 13, 1819, a flourishing community on the banks of the Black Warrior River was officially incorporated and named for Chief Tuskaloosa, the legendary leader of a band of Muskogean-speaking people.
Two centuries later, Tuscaloosa has earned recognition around the world as a dynamic city with a unique quality of life. Throughour 2019, we are honoring our history and reflecting on new ways to create a better future for all citizens of Tuscaloosa. That is the mission of Tuscaloosa 200.
The Bicentennial is centered around a lively and inclusive 12-month calendar of events that is entertaining, educating, and engaging people of all ages. Along with official Tuscaloosa 200 activities, community organiations are presenting affiliated events featured on the Tuscaloosa 200 website: www.tuscaloosa200.com
Monthly Bicentennial themes higlight Tuscaloosa's unique role in the history of our state and nation. A Smartphone app, created in honor of the Bicentennial, takes participants on a driving and walking tour of the city. A community reading experience featruring the first comprehensive history of the city by acclaimed author Guy W. Hubbs, and innovative K-12 programming will create an enduring legacy for generations to come.
Please join the fun as we commemorate the 200th anniversary: a Year to Remember in Tuscaloosa, Alabama!
Source
City of Tuscaloosa
Publisher
Tuscaloosa Bicentennial Commission
Date
December 2018
Contributor
Elizabeth Bradt (Description)
Type
Document
Identifier
2394
Coverage
Tuscaloosa (AL)
Original Format
Brochure