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The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

The Crimson White

Serving The University of Alabama since 1894.

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Dr. Eugene Smith: An Alabamian Renaissance Man

Dr. Eugene Smith: An Alabamian Renaissance Man

Kasey Hullett April 4, 2016

With a bushy brown moustache and gold-rimmed spectacles, Dr. Eugene Allen Smith leaned up against the pine ferry crossing in Tuscaloosa and wiped the sweat from his brow. It was the summer of 1904, and...

New museum director takes over

New museum director takes over

Amanda Sare April 15, 2015

Ask any Northerner living in Alabama what their favorite part about Southern life is and some may tell you the weather. At least, that was New York native John Friel’s answer.Friel recently joined The...

UA Museums merges history with DIY crafts

UA Museums merges history with DIY crafts

Katie Bedrich January 13, 2015

Arm knitting has quickly become the latest trend in the world of so-called “do it yourself” crafts. All a person needs is their arms and some yarn to knit creations ranging from scarves to blankets.The...

Museum hosts first College Night

Museum hosts first College Night

Katrina Sharpe September 15, 2011

If you’ve ever ventured into Smith Hall, you’ve probably noticed the giant skeleton of a Basiliasaurous hanging from the ceiling. Many people think it’s the original, although it’s actually a replica....

Time capsule opened at Smith Hall

Time capsule opened at Smith Hall

Drew Taylor April 11, 2010

A small but anxious crowd gathered on the second floor of Smith Hall around a small metal box, a time capsule that hadn’t been opened since May 28, 1907, buried underneath the cornerstone of the building....