OLLI at UAH Bonus - The Year Before the Rockets Came: A Snapshot of Huntsville in November 1949

Friday, January 20, 2023 The event started -433 days ago

11:00 AM

Wilson Hall

168

Offered through Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UAH

The November 4, 1948, announcement that the Army Missile Research and Development Team would be transferring from El Paso, Texas to Huntsville, Alabama set in motion developments that would transform Huntsville forever. This presentation provides a snapshot of what Huntsville was like on that momentous day and answer questions such as what were the hopes of the Huntsvillians? Why were the textile mills surrounding Huntsville no longer the economic engine driving the city’s future? How and where did people shop, eat and play? Come learn about a city perched on the edge of profound changes.

Join your OLLI friends for light refreshments served before and after the event.

Presented by: David Lilly, longtime Huntsville Madison Public Library Reference Department/Special Collections employee

Free for OLLI Members*  |  Sign-Up is required  |  in-person or via Zoom

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About OLLI at UAH

OLLI at UAH is a vibrant community of lifelong learners age 50+. It offers members the opportunity to stay intellectually and socially active through courses, special activities, and bonus lectures. Courses are currently offered in-person and online and cover various topics, which will enhance your knowledge and skills.


Details

Category
Conference/Lecture
department
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute - Events
Audience
Public, Faculty and Staff, Alumni

Contact

Clay Williams 256.824.6183 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Venue

Wilson Hall

301 Sparkman DriveHuntsville, AL 35899

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