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UGA Libraries FACTS. Academic Fair

At UGA Libraries, we’ve got FACTS, and we don’t just mean the information that you can access through our books, online journals, databases, and other resources. Learn how to navigate the services that can put you on track for academic success — from our study spaces to the technology that enables you to take your projects to the next level — and meet the librarians and staff who can teach you to perfect your research skills.

UGA Libraries FACTS. Academic Fair

At UGA Libraries, we’ve got FACTS, and we don’t just mean the information that you can access through our books, online journals, databases, and other resources. Learn how to navigate the services that can put you on track for academic success — from our study spaces to the technology that enables you to take your projects to the next level — and meet the librarians and staff who can teach you to perfect your research skills.

It Goes to The People: 75 Years of Free Inspiration at the Georgia Museum of Art

Since 1948, the Georgia Museum of Art has been serving the University of Georgia by providing inspiration without admission charges. Its collection has grown from an initial 100 American paintings to more than 17,000 objects. Its founder, Alfred Heber Holbrook, also served as its director for 21 years and set the tone for the museum’s mission.

HBO at 50: The Rise of Prestige Television

Home Box Office (HBO) is the longest-running subscription television service in the United States. Started in 1972, the network allowed subscribers to watch unedited theatrically released films and live sporting events for a flat rate every month. This exhibit highlights some of the groundbreaking programming created by and aired on HBO over time with items selected from the Peabody Awards Archive. This display was curated by exhibition assistant Madeline Nagy.

Family Day: Summer Reading

Join the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library for an afternoon of crafts, storytime, and performances by Rebecca Sunshine Band and the Wooten Woopets on Saturday, June 17, 2023, from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. This event is free and open to the public.  Free parking for off-campus visitors is available in the Hull Street Deck. 

Toddler Tuesday

Toddler Tuesday at UGA Special Collections is full of story time, music, and crafts! Join us for enriching activities designed for children ages 1-4 years old (older siblings are invited to join us!) This program is free and open to the public, including free parking offered to visitors in the Hull Street Deck. Seats are limited; email jess.grant@uga.edu to reserve your spot.

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the program.

Toddler Tuesday

Toddler Tuesday at UGA Special Collections is full of story time, music, and crafts! Join us for enriching activities designed for children ages 1-4 years old (older siblings are invited to join us!) This program is free and open to the public, including free parking offered to visitors in the Hull Street Deck. Seats are limited; email jess.grant@uga.edu to reserve your spot.

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the program.

Toddler Tuesday

Toddler Tuesday at UGA Special Collections is full of story time, music, and crafts! Join us for enriching activities designed for children ages 1-4 years old (older siblings are invited to join us!) This program is free and open to the public, including free parking offered to visitors in the Hull Street Deck. Seats are limited; email jess.grant@uga.edu to reserve your spot.

All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the program.

Family Day: Object Lessons with GMOA

“Object Lessons in American Art: Selections from the Princeton University Art Museum” pairs works together in fresh ways that start new conversations about American history and culture. Explore the exhibition, play Art Cart games in the galleries and create a work of art to take home in the Michael and Mary Erlanger Studio Classroom. Staff from UGA’s Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library will also share objects from their collection that tell stories about Athens.