ON, ON BUFFALOES: WEST TEXAS A&M SPORTS
Bivins Gallery
April 3, 2010—October 11, 2010
Through tragedy and triumph, cultural shifts and societal changes, sports have always stood as a response to the world at large. On, On Buffaloes shows how the West Texas A&M Athletics microcosm has reflected the changes in national sports from the integration of African Americans to adding women’s events. Hands-on science and math activities add perspective to the skills and athletic ability needed for different sports.
ALWAYS WT: A REVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY’S FIRST CENTURY
Harrington Changing Gallery
April 17, 2010—October 24, 2010
Since it’s beginning West Texas State Normal College has seen many changes including its name five times over, but every student who walked the campus knows it as WT. PPHM celebrates the WTAMU Centennial with a diverse exhibit reviewing the first 100 years with memorable personalities, buildings, furnishings, and incidents that took place from 1910 until 2010.
WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
Museum-wide
April 19-22, 2010 9:00, 10:15, 11:00 am
A program designed for children 3 – 5 years old and all Kindergarten students, the week is divided into four days, each having a specific theme: Indian Day, Cowboy Day, Pioneer Day, and Nature Day. Each program lasts for one hour. Students will participate in hands-on activities, taste unique foods, hear storytellers, learn about early Panhandle history and play games. Register your student group or child for one day or up to all four days by calling (806) 651-2258.
A CONVERSATION WITH MARTY KUHLMAN AND PETE PETERSEN
AND RECEPTIONS FOR ALWAYS WT: A REVIEW OF THE UNIVERSITY'S FIRST CENTURY AND ON, ON BUFFALOES: WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SPORTS
Hazlewood Lecture Hall
April 22, 2010
5:30 Drinks in the map room
6:00 "A Conversation with Marty Kuhlman and Pete Petersen" in Hazlewood Lecture Hall
6:45 Dessert, coffee and book signing by Marty Kuhlman in the Bivins Gallery
An informal discussion of West Texas A&M University history, WT’s role as a regional university and the relationship between the university and the Panhandle Plains with history professor Marty Kuhlman and WT professor emeritus Pete Petersen.
PIONEER SPIRIT AWARD DINNER
Derrick Room
April 27, 2010
Reception 6:00 pm Dinner 7:00 pm
The Pioneer Spirit Award recognizes individuals, families, businesses or organizations that exemplify the pioneer character. Recipients are those who have not only worked to preserve the past for future generations, but have worked to assume a better present for their fellow citizens of the Panhandle and the state of Texas. The 2010 event will honor this year’s Pioneer Spirit Award recipient, Sherman and Genie Harriman.
Tickets are $75 per person, and sponsorships are available. For reservations, please contact Amy David at 806-651-2233 or email adavid@pphm.wtamu.edu.
TAKE 5
Hazlewood Lecture Hall
April 30, 2010 12:05-12:55 pm
Master Gardener Angie Hanna explains the “7 Basic Principles of Gardening” with an emphasis on water conservation. Anyone can turn around a drab, boring, lifeless landscape when they adhere to established gardening principles and adjust them for climate and soil conditions.
The fee for the program is $3. Participants should enter at the door on the museum’s north loading dock. Bring a brown bag lunch; coffee and tea will be provided.
NIGHT AT PPHM ORIENTATION
Education Classroom
April 30, 2010 5:30-7:30 pm
Want to play a leading role in Night at PPHM? Participants at this program will receive tips for selecting and researching characters, putting together a costume, and designing a portrayal specifically for the event. Email Becky for more information about this program at blivingston@pphm.wtamu.edu