Anniston Museum of Natural
History Calendar for 2004
All programs subject to
change. Contact the museum before making travel plans. Fees apply
for some programs.
Winter Wings: Bird Feeding Workshop
Saturday,
January 24, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Learn to care for feathered
friends during the cold winter months. Fee: $4/adult; $3/child; $ 3 /Museum
member adult; $ 2 /member
child. Groups of 10 or more please make reservations. Recommended
for children 4 years & older. For details call Angie Morgan,
256-237-6766.
Music At the Museum: Musical Safari
Sunday,
January 25, 3:00 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Students
perform on the Museum's 1918 Steinway Grand Piano. Co-sponsored by
the NEAMTA (Alabama Music Teachers Association). A program of the
Anniston Museum League Cultural Enrichment Committee. Free.
Home School Safari
Tuesday,
January 27 & Wednesday, January 28, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. daily
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Homeschool students and
their parents can explore ways to expand learning through museum
programs and exhibits. Special natural history presentations will be
given. Home School Safari is a benefit of Museum membership.
Memberships will be available that day and in advance.
Saturday,
February 7, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
The year's festival
features the fifty-voice Magic City Boys and Girls Choirs under the
direction of Joe Jenkins. A highlight of the festival are the
student presentations of literature by famous African-Americans. For
information, contact Georgia Calhoun at 236-2497 or Gina Cooper at
237-6767.
Music At the Museum
Sunday,
February 15, 3:00 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
For Piano Recital -
Solo piano
recital by Dr. Wendy Channel, Assistant Professor of Music at
Jacksonville State University. Reception follows.
A program of the Anniston Museum League Cultural
Enrichment Committee. Free.
17th Annual Turkey Calling Contest
Saturday,
February 28, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
The region's best callers
compete for trophies and bragging rights as well as qualification
for the Grand National Wild Turkey Championships. Bring the family
for this entertaining and educational event! Door prizes will be
given. Competitors must be members of the NWTF; memberships
available prior to contest. Practice for callers begins at 5 pm;
contest begins at 5:30 pm. Admission: adults/$5; $3.50/child;
$4.50/Member adult; $3/Member child. Registration for callers: $20
Professional; $15 Senior (18 years & older); $10 Junior (17 &
younger).
Music At the Museum
Sunday,
March 7, 3:00 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Musical Safari -
student recital
co-sponsored by the NEAMTA (Alabama Music Teachers Association). A
program of the Anniston Museum League Cultural Enrichment Committee.
Free.
Spring Break:
When Animals Talk
Thursday,
March 25 - Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. daily
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
This spring break adventure
includes hands-on exhibits, live animals, special presentations and
awesome exhibits. Free; admission charged for exhibit halls.
Music At the Museum: Musical Safari
Sunday,
April 4, 3:00 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Students
perform on the Museum's 1918 Steinway Grand Piano. Co-sponsored by
the NEAMTA (Alabama Music Teachers Association). A program of the
Anniston Museum League Cultural Enrichment Committee. Free.
Terrapin Creek Canoe/Kayak Trip
Saturday,
April 24, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Beginners as well as novices
will enjoy paddling beautiful Terrapin Creek in Piedmont, Alabama.
Museum naturalist Stephen Faughn will acquaint participants with the
area's flora and fauna during this five-hour float. Fee: $35/person;
$30/Museum member. Payment by April 14 confirms your reservation.
Transportation included.
Annual Home and Garden Tour
Friday, May 14, 9 a.m. -
1 p.m. (Rain
date May 21)
Anniston Museum of
Natural History (off-site event)
Tour local gardens and homes
during this annual Anniston Museum League fundraiser.
Payment confirms reservation: $30.00/person, $20/Member. Tour
attendees may shop the Museum plant sale prior to the public opening
at 1 pm. Proceeds benefit the Museum.
Museum Gardens Plant
Sale
Friday,
May 16, 1 - 5 p.m.
Saturday,
May 15, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Anniston Museum of Natural History
Purchase plants from the
Anniston Museum's collection of exotics and tropicals. Proceeds
benefit the Museum.
When Animals Talk
Saturdays,
June & July, 1:30 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History Tree House (outdoors)
Did you know that animals
"talk"? Join us for this imaginative live animal program in the
Tree House and discover how animals use body language and sound
to communicate. Be prepared to participate!
Included in admission: $4.50/adult; $3.50/child; free:
children 3 and younger and Museum members.
Discovery Days Summer Day Camps
Tuesdays through
Fridays in June
Children in grades 1 through 4
will enjoy exploring nature in these 4-day camps. Contact the Museum
Education Department for details, 256-237-6766. Fee charged.
Hunters Safety Certification Workshop
Saturday,
July 24, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Learn hunter safety and gain
greater appreciation for wildlife during this free, 2-day course.
(Apply for hunting license upon successful completion of this
course.) Appropriate for youth and adults. Free; reservations
required.
White Elephant Sale
Saturday,
August 7, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Shop for donated treasures
from the attics and basements of Museum members; sales benefit the
Museum League. Past year's sales included china,
holiday ornaments, books, compact discs, jewelry, tools, toys,
exercise equipment, luggage and a vast array of items.
Travel: North to Alaska
"the Last Frontier"
Friday,
August 13 - Sunday, August 22
Anniston Museum of
Natural History (off-site)
The remote, natural landscape
of Alaska rustles with ancient glaciers and mountain ranges of
breathtaking beauty. The land is abundant with wildlife as well.
Join Anniston Museum Naturalist Stephen Faughn on a 10-day excursion
by plane, boat, train, and motor coach from Anchorage to the
interior of Alaska and southward to the glaciers of this magnificent
state. Payment by June 18, 2004 confirms your reservation. Double
Occupancy: $1,998/person; $1,968/museum member (excludes airfare).
Call Stephen Faughn for details, 256-237-6766.
Museum Day
Saturday,
September 18, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History
Celebrate the Museum's 74th
anniversary with music, arts & crafts, special exhibits and
performances. Free.
Homes for the Holidays Tour
Tuesday,
December 7, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Anniston Museum of
Natural History (off-site)
Tour area homes decorated for
the holidays during this annual Museum League fundraiser.
Inspiration for your own home will abound, and it's a grand
opportunity to spend the afternoon or evening with friends and
family. Tickets $15/person.
Special
Exhibitions
Imagining Nature
Anniston Museum of Natural History
Changing Exhibits Gallery
Abe Ordover's abstract
color photographs of landscapes are computer-enhanced to heighten
their emotional impact on the viewer. Exhibition organized by
Katharine T. Carter & Associates. Included in admission:
$4.50/adult; $3.50/child (age 4-17); free: children 3 and younger
and Museum members.
For more information,
contact the Anniston Museum of Natural History at 256-237-6766,
