Month: November 2021

Awakening Autumn

We’re falling into a beautiful time of the year as deciduous trees paint the horizon with warm hues of reds, yellows, and oranges. The driving forces for this colorful transition are decreased daylight and lower temperatures. Plants rely on sunlight to convert energy into food through a process called photosynthesis. A key component of this process …

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Introductions

Name: Meaghan Wright Title: Educational Interpreter Degree: History BA Responsibilities: To take care of the Live Animal Building, create programs, and help our Education Director and other interpreters with developing our education department. Q1: What did you know about Anniston Museums and Gardens prior to employment? I knew quite a lot thanks to being a summer …

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Berman Museum

During the month of October, the Berman Museum closed for extensive renovations. Volunteer groups and individuals, interns, contracted workers, and AM&G staff worked tirelessly to create a new second floor experience, both visually and educationally. Three of the five permanent galleries temporarily opened for our annual Fall Fest and to host its first-ever Girl Scout …

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Fall Fest

Six years ago, the Anniston Museums and Gardens hosted its first ever Fall Fest. Thanks to the wonderful community support and excitement from our guests, this event continues to grow. This year, we welcomed almost 600 people to our campus! Guests explored the African savannah at Anniston Museum of Natural History, practiced their espionage skills …

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