Learning Lunch
Of all the History Museum’s programs, Learning Lunch affords me the most consistent opportunity to remove myself from a busy work week, and learn something new about the city I call my home….”
This series allows guests to enjoy free presentations on a wide range of historical and cultural topics. Admission to Learning Lunch is free. Bring your lunch and enjoy complimentary beverages.
Each program begins at noon.
For more information about the Learning Lunch programs, contact Jennifer Theeck, Curator of Education at: 251-301-0270 or theeckj@historymuseumofmobile.com
2023 Learning Lunch Speakers & Topics
January 11
The Development of the MIME, Benin International Museum of Memory and Slavery
Dr. Dieudonne Gnammankou, Visiting Fulbright Professor and Scholar in Residence at University of South Alabama
February 8
The Curious Tale of Mobile's Twin Queens of 1941
Steve Joynt, Journalist and Editor of Mobile Mask Magazine
March 8
From Concept to Screen
Susannah Buxton, Costume Designer for Downton Abbey Television Show Series 1 and 2
April 12
Discovering Mabila
Dr. Ashley Dumas, Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of West Alabama, and Director of Fort Tombecbe Archaeological Site
May 10
Afternoons with Harper Lee
Dr. Wayne Flynt, Author and Auburn University Professor Emeritus
June 14
Telling our Story, the Alabama Black Belt National Heritage Area
Dr. Tina Naremore Jones, Assistant Provost and Vice President of the Division of Economic & Workforce Development, The University of West Alabama
July 12
I-10 Bridge site Archaeology
Rachel Hines, Archaeologist and Public Outreach Coordinator, University of South Alabama Center for Archaeological Studies
August 9
Deep South Dynasty: The Bankheads of Alabama
Dr. Kari Frederickson, History Professor at the University of Alabama
September 13
"Let the Oppressed Go Free:" The American Revolution's Antislavery Legacy
Dr. Nicholas Wood, Assistant Professor at Springhill College
October 11
A Universe in Technicolor: How the Hubble and James Webb Space Telescopes Complement One Another and Enable New Science
Dr. Christopher Britt, Education and Outreach Scientist at the Space Telescope Science Institute
November 8
The Story of Alabama in Fourteen Foods
Emily Blejwas, Author and Director of the Gulf States Health Policy Center
December 13
Madame Rose Palmai-Tenser
Scott Wright, General and Artistic Director at Mobile Opera
Dates and topics are subject to change. Call (251) 301-0270 for more information.