Alabama Heritage

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from Alabama Heritage! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, the richness of our shared history, and the stories that continue to shape our nation. From the heart of Alabama to communities across the country, we honor the past and look forward to the future with pride.

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and meaningful Independence Day!

07/03/2025

📬 Hot off the press!

Issue 157 of Alabama Heritage is here - and it’s packed with fresh stories, rich history, and stunning visuals that bring Alabama’s past to life.

Whether you're a longtime reader or new to the magazine, this issue is one you won’t want to miss.
🛒 Available now for purchase - or better yet, become a subscriber and never miss an issue!

📖 Subscribe today and join a community that celebrates Alabama’s heritage, culture, and legacy: https://www.alabamaheritage.com/online-store/

07/02/2025

🏆 Award-Winning Design! 🏆

We’re thrilled to share that Alabama Heritage has received a CASE Award for the redesign of Issue 154!

Each year, CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) honors excellence in advancement and recognizes outstanding contributions to the field - and we’re proud to be among this year’s honorees.

A huge thank-you to our talented team and creative partners who brought this vision to life! Read the press release ➡ https://bit.ly/401th2e

07/01/2025

☕ NEW EPISODE ALERT! ☕

This week on Coffee & History: A Conversation with Alabama Heritage, we’re joined by Susan Reynolds, editor of Alabama Heritage magazine, for a deep dive into the Summer 2025 Issue!

From the vibrant quilts of Yvonne Wells, to the legacy of Big Sam Dale, the fight for women’s suffrage in LaFayette, and the reforestation of the Tennessee River Valley - this episode is packed with powerful stories that shaped Alabama.

🎧 Listen now ➡️ https://pod.link/1781290701
📖 Subscribe to Alabama Heritage at alabamaheritage.com

Coffee & History: A Conversation with Alabama Heritage is brought to you Wind Creek Hospitality and the Poarch Creek Indians.

06/29/2025

06/27/2025

Grill, Chill, and Skill 2025 🏆

Team spirit was in full swing at our office field day with Alabama Heritage and UA Press! From office games and friendly competition to lunch grilled by our own crew, it was a day full of laughs, teamwork, and some incredible photo ops! 😂

Big shoutout to everyone who helped make Grill, Chill, and Skill happen - and to those who brought the delicious eats! You made the day extra special.



University of Alabama Press

06/27/2025

06/25/2025

Remember Field Day? Remember those days at school where you were happy to break up the routine and just have a little fun? Rebecca, Cindy, Susan, and Caroline are joining the UAP staff today for some fun team-building exercises and an awesome cookout!

06/25/2025

🎙️ NEW STORYCORPS EPISODE 🎙️

“You just got tired of society telling you how to tie your shoes.”

This candid conversation captures one Selma resident’s journey of self-discovery and quiet rebellion against societal norms. It’s a story of authenticity, resilience, and the courage to walk your own path.

Tune in for a moving conversation about individuality and the strength it takes to be yourself.

🎧 Listen now: https://www.apr.org/show/storycorps-selma/2025-06-24/you-just-got-tired-of-society-telling-you-how-to-tie-your-shoes

06/24/2025

☕ NEW EPISODE ALERT! ☕

This week on Coffee & History: A Conversation with Alabama Heritage, we sit down with Bert Hitchcock, professor emeritus of English at Auburn University, respected author, and beloved Southern storyteller.

In this rich and reflective episode, Hitchcock shares insights from his literary career, explores the meaning of being a Southern gentleman, and brings to life the enduring legend of Marengo Jake. It’s a thoughtful journey through Southern identity, storytelling, and the power of place.

🎧 Listen now ➡️ https://pod.link/1781290701

Coffee & History: A Conversation with Alabama Heritage is proudly brought to you by Wind Creek Hospitality and the Poarch Creek Indians.



Auburn University

06/22/2025

Today marks the 56th anniversary of the June 20, 1969 release of Cher’s 3614 Jackson Highway. The album was a landmark moment in both her career and the history of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio.

🎉 Fun Fact: 3614 Jackson Highway was the first full-length album recorded at the original Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. . The album title, which features the studio’s address, was chosen by Cher’s art team, and it inspired the Swampers to put up the iconic blue sign that still marks the building today.