From Yellow Dog Democrats to Red State Republicans: Florida and Its Politics Since 1940
Florida holds a particular fascination to Americans because of the romantic attraction of the sun, beaches, and sea breezes, as well as the glamorous and bizarre characters that frequent the state. Also fascinating are the ways the state has changed since 1940 and the way Floridians have changed with it. Colburn shares the story of the political, demographic, and social transformation of the Sunshine State over the past 60 years. (60 min.) Preregister.
David Colburn is provost emeritus and professor of history at the University of Florida, and senior adviser to the chancellor of the State University System. He directs the Reubin O’D. Askew Institute on Politics and Society at UF. Colburn currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida Humanities Council. From Yellow Dog Democrats to Red State Republicans: Florida and Its Politics since 1940 (University Press of Florida, 2007) is his latest book. |
Folk Art in the United States: Definitions, Distinctions, and Descriptions
As interest in folk art in the United States grows, more questions are raised about how to understand and value it. Using both well-known and little-known examples, author and art historian Kristin Congdon addresses new ways to think about this diverse group of artists. (60 min.) Preregister.
Kristin Congdon is professor of film and humanities at the University of Central Florida and director of the Cultural Heritage Alliance. She has published extensively on folk art and community arts in an effort to celebrate artists who have little visibility in the art world. Her books include, Artists from Latin American Cultures, 20th Century United States Photographers (co-authored with Kara Hallmark), and Just Above the Water: Florida Folk Art (co-authored with Tina Bucuvalas). She is currently working on a book about folk artists in the United States. |
