In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, here’s a treat from the Ozark Folksong Collection, a song with deep Irish roots that was collected and recorded by folklorists across the country including John Quincy Wolf, Vance Randolph, and Mary Celestia Parler in the Ozarks: “Pig in the Parlor.” …Continue Reading Pigs in the Parlor: Irish Influences in the Ozark Folksong Collection
For our latest staff profile, please meet Ashley Cain, who has been a student worker for Special Collections since 2014. Ashley has worked with multiple collections and gained experience with processing collections and exhibit design. …Continue Reading Staff Profile: Ashley Cain
Meet Katrina Windon, accessioning and processing archivist for Mullins Library….Continue Reading University Libraries Spotlight: Katrina Windon
In recognition of the 70th anniversary of the Fulbright program in 2016, Special Collections brought two exhibits to international conferences and meetings as the University Libraries continue to share Senator Fulbright’s legacy and the wealth of resources available for the study of international education and cultural exchange. …Continue Reading Special Collections Exhibits Hit the Road: Sharing the Legacy of Senator Fulbright in Washington, DC and Little Rock, Arkansas
What do a greased pig, a red baseball cap, and Senator J.W. Fulbright have in common? They have all played a part in University of Arkansas homecoming traditions over the years. University Archivist Amy Allen shares some fascinating UofA history and lore. …Continue Reading A Greased Pig, a Red Baseball Cap, and Senator Fulbright: Homecoming Traditions
Special Collections and the University Libraries invite you to celebrate Archives Month 2016 with the opening of the Arkansas Extension Circular Digital Collection. Guest speakers and refreshments will be in the Special Collections reading room. …Continue Reading Celebrate American Archives Month with Special Collections, Thursday, October 13th.