The rich history of U of A is celebrated in University of Arkansas, released in early October. University Archivist Amy L. Allen, and former Head of Special Collections Timothy G. Nutt, sifted through the archives to compile 215 vintage images that tell the story of the University’s first 125 years.
You can meet the authors of this charming pictorial history on November 14 at 1pm at Clinton House Museum, 930 W. Clinton Dr. Fayetteville, AR 72701.
Amy Allen and Tim Nutt are the authors of University of Arkansas. They will be available to sign copies of the book and answer questions at Clinton House Museum on Nov. 14, 2015.
Allen, who works every day to collect and preserve the history of the U of A. She said she hopes the book will “spark an interest in University traditions for future Razorbacks.” She added, “I hope the book will remind alumni and community members of fond memories and inspire them to give their own materials to the University Archives to be preserved for future generations.”
Other local events include signings on 11/21 at the Campus Bookstore (time TBA to coordinate with football game) and on 12/6 at 2:00pm at Fayetteville Public Library. The event at FPL will also include an author talk – and is a great place to get some holiday shopping done!
University of Arkansas is from Arcadia Publishing’s Campus History Series and is available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or directly from Arcadia at (888)-313-2665 or online. The book is paperback, 128 pages, and sells for $21.99.
For more information about Special Collections at the University Libraries, or to donate your materials to the University Archives, please contact 479-575-8444 or email ala005@uark.edu. Stop by to visit Special Collections in Mullins Library, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.