Alabama museums to open doors for free Sept. 18
Smithsonian magazine has designated Saturday, Sept. 18 as the 17th annual Museum Day, an initiative in which participating museums around the U.S. open their doors for free to those who download a branded ticket.
With many public spaces shut down for a year or more during the pandemic, Museum Day 2021 celebrates the reopening of many museums with the theme “Experience America.” The event is sponsored by the Quaker Oats Company.
In Alabama, the Conde Charlotte Museum in Mobile, the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile, the Gorgas House Museum in Tuscaloosa, and Vulcan Park and Museum in Birmingham are participating in the event. To learn more, visit Smithsonianmag.com/museumday.
Stay safe and informed about COVID-19
COVID-19 continues to dominate the news and social media, and while we may grow weary of data, statistics and varying opinions about the virus, remember that there are official websites and publications that can help you navigate the ever-evolving public health landscape.
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) website, alabamapublichealth.gov, has an array of information, including a dashboard hub that tracks vaccine distribution, clinics, data and surveillance and a statewide view of COVID-19 cases and operating status in Alabama schools.
Also on the site: vaccine availability and updates, travelers’ health information and any state health order information from the governor or state health officer.
Also see covid19.alabama.gov for information and resources specific to small businesses, students, educators, volunteers, job seekers and more.
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